Textual Analysis of Native Son
Symbolism
Narrative Voice
Diction
Characterization
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The Airplane
Killing the rat
An object or action in a literary work that means more than itself, that stands for something beyond itself.
"Playing white"
The voice and implied speaker of the novel. Consider the narrative style (1st person, objective, etc.), the point of view, and style of narration.
3rd person, omniscient
Know Bigger's emotions and thoughts without him explicitly stating them to other characters or during internal monologues
The selection of words in a literary work. Writers use words to convey action, reveal character, imply attitude, identify themes, and suggest values.
Bigger's dialogue
Style of exposition
The way writers present and reveal character. Consider speech, dress, manner, thoughts, and actions.
Bigger Thomas
Mary
Jan
The Daltons
Gatsby
The Stranger
The Stranger
Gatsby
The Stranger
Gatsby