One effective way to analyze the effects that writers want to achieve in a piece of writing is to pay attention to the various literary devices that they use. Literary devices are techniques that writers use to convey a specific effect, message or emotion. By analyzing the literary devices used in a piece of writing, we can better understand the author's intention and the impact it has on the reader. :
Imagery - refers to the use of language to create sensory impressions in the reader's mind. It can include descriptions of sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures.
Metaphors and similes - these are comparisons used to explain or illustrate a concept. A simile uses the words "like" or "as" to compare two things, while a metaphor directly identifies one thing as being another.
Personification - is a literary device where non-human objects are given human characteristics.
Hyperbole - is an exaggeration of the truth used to create a dramatic or comedic effect.
Symbolism - refers to the use of symbols to represent abstract ideas or concepts. Symbols can be objects, colors, or even characters.
Tone - is the writer's attitude towards a subject or character. It can be conveyed through the choice of words, sentence structure, and syntax.
Point of view - is the perspective from which a story is told. It can affect the reader's understanding and emotional response to the story.
Writer effect
Felings that describe scene
You can almost physically or emotionally feel somethingy described
You can see a scene that has been described
You can hear the sounds that have been described
You can almost smell or taste something that was described.
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REMEMBER: Word choice + Meaning in Context + Effect
What effect has been created?
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● An experience has been described
● An atmosphere has been created
● A statement /emphasis of fact has been made
● An opinion/ emotion has been conveyed
● A reaction has been provoked.
What caused this effect on you?
The specific meaning of a word.
The associations created by a word.
The rhythm and pace of words and sentence structure
The positioning of words, phrases, sentences and lines on the page
Writers often create an atmosphere
● TENSE
● HOSTILE
● UNPLEASANT
● AGGRESSI