Omelas and Literary Devices

Starter 10:

1. Read or re-read the first paragraph of Omelas
2. Make a list of the different techniques and methods the author is using to emphasize the setting, and to give the reader a sense of place.
3. Using at least two of these techniques, describe a time you were celebrating something, focusing on setting and place.

The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas

1. Finish reading and annotating (at least 2 annotations per page)
2. Circle and define vocabulary
3. Write 3 questions at the end of the story

Literary Devices Poster

Choose one of the following devices:

1. Allegory (challenge!)
2. Alliteration
3. Simile
4. Metaphor
5. Personification
6. Imagery
7. Sensory Details

For that image, create a poster.  Your poster must include:

1. Title (name of your device)
2. Definition of the literary device in your own words.  If you're stuck, look it up on the internet!
3. Find an example from Omelas that uses that device, quote it on your poster
4. Explain, for the example you used, what effect the literary device is meant to have on the reader.  Why would the author use that device?
5. Illustrate the example you chose

HOMEWORK:

Finish Literary Devices Poster (details above).  DUE: Thursday, start of class.  Please make sure you have this with you, as we will be using them during coaching!