Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Synthesis #1


DIDLS
·      Diction- the author’s choice of words, single words
o   Different characterizations and considerations
§  Elevated Language
§  Colloquialism
§  Regionals
§  Connotation v. Denotation
§  Sources of Words
§  Repetition
·      Imagery- langage that appeals to the senses: smell, texture, sight, taste, sound
·      Details
o   Conscience choices the author makes to create meaning
§  Setting
§  Names
§  Actions
§  Allusions
§  Allegories
·      Language
o   Figurative language
§  Metaphors
§  Simile
§  Analogy

·      Syntax- arrangement of words into phrases again to create meaning
o   Patterns seen:
§  Repetition
§  Sequences

2 comments:

  1. This is a really good review. I think DIDLS is one of our most important concepts, so it makes sense to have it on it's own, but it might be helpful to recognize what they are used for.
    The review is clear and organized.

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  2. Very well organized, not much missing hear. You lay out all the main points that are worth noting.

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