Personification In this play, Girl narrates her journey from Africa and describes the river as having human qualities that carry her further and further away from her mother on its great brown back. This personification not only shows the force of nature but also highlights how Girl is helplessly separated from her birthplace. The playwright… Read More Personification in Alistair Campbell’s “Anansi”
Similes and metaphors play an important role in the play. They bring out the playwright’s perspective on the characters, highlight the key issues of the play and help the audience to better visualize the images to be conveyed. To illustrate Girl’s struggle and devise a method of survival, Woman tells her to “weave your little… Read More Similes and Metaphors in Anansi by Alistair Campbell
Irony Irony is used to reinforce meanings. In the play, Campbell uses irony and this has a direct impact on the lessons of morality that arise out of its contents. He also uses irony to demonstrate the transfer of power among characters for greater audience appeal. The play explores the conflicting views on the treatment… Read More Alistair Campbell’s Anansi – Using Irony
Julie Tagg There are three main types of writing in a story or novel. The three modes of writing are combined when writing the story. Dialogue may give description and narration and vice versa. Did you know? When you read a story or a novel, you are working in partnership with the author to create… Read More Features of the Story or Novel
By Julie Tagg What is Parallel Structure? Parallel structure is the use of the same grammatical form for items in a series, list, or any other type of construction within a sentence. This means that when you are listing items, presenting ideas, or creating comparisons, each element in the sentence should follow the same grammatical… Read More The Importance of Parallel Structure in Grammar
As language enthusiasts, we all strive to communicate effectively and accurately. However, it is not uncommon to stumble upon some challenges with grammar along the way. In this blog post, we will explore a few common grammar errors made by language learners and provide examples to help you avoid them. 1. Subject-Verb Agreement: One of… Read More 13 Common Grammar Errors to Avoid
Julie Tagg. Let us delve into a topic that often sparks debates among grammar enthusiasts: split infinitives. You might have heard of them before, but do you truly understand what they are and how to use them effectively? To begin with, let’s clarify what an infinitive is. In English, an infinitive is the base form… Read More Split Infinitives: Breaking the Rules with Style
In the realm of language and communication, understanding the fundamental building blocks is essential. The 8 parts of speech serve as the foundation upon which our thoughts and ideas take shape. Whether we are crafting an essay, engaging in a conversation, or simply expressing ourselves, a solid grasp of these parts of speech empowers us… Read More The 8 Parts of Speech: A Guide to Effective Communication
Julie Tagg February 7, 2024 Literary Fiction allows you to focus on artistic prose, layered themes, character study, and introspection. Literary fiction – sub-genre of short stories which has strong emphasis on artistic or stylistic prose, layered themes, character study, and introspection. It is often elevated and poetic, with careful attention to language and imagery. The… Read More What are the Different Types of Short Stories?
Julie Tagg February 6, 2024 Three types of story settings Writing different types of settings requires attention to detail, atmosphere, and the specific needs of your story. Here’s how to write three common types of settings: Realistic Setting: Research: Conduct thorough research to ensure accuracy and authenticity in depicting real-world locations. This includes details such… Read More Types of setting in a novel or short story
Julie Tagg February 6, 2024 The setting of a story refers to the time, place, and overall environment in which the events of the narrative unfold. It includes details such as the geographical location, historical period, social context, and the atmosphere or mood of the story. The setting serves as a backdrop against which the… Read More What is the setting in a story?
What is dialogue? It is the words that characters use in a story. It is also called conversations between the characters. Dialogue is vital to the story as it shows the readers thoughts, ideas, and emotions. It gives the reader an insight into the events of the story. Good dialogue is important and should… Read More How to use dialogue effectively in stories and novels
Julie Tagg January 25, 2024 A paragraph is a group of sentences that focus on one main idea. A paragraph is made of four elements: ExampleTopic sentence/main idea: Saturn is the most beautiful planet.Supporting sentences: Saturn is the most beautiful planet (a) because of its bright yellow rings (b) that glows as it revolves around the… Read More Paragraph Writing
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Bridge, September 3, 1802 – William Wordsworth Earth has not anything to show more fair: Dull would he be of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty: This City now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent, bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open… Read More Sonnet Composed Upon Westminister
I watch him set up easel, Both straddling precariously A corner of the twisted, climbing Mountain track A tireless humming-bird, his brush Dips, darts, hovers now here, now there, Where puddles of pigment Bloom in the palette’s wild small garden. The mountains pose for him In a family group Dignified, self-conscious, against the wide blue… Read More Landscape Painter, Jamaica (for Albert Huie) by Vivian Virtue
From the west Clouds come hurrying with the wind Turning sharply Here and there Like a plague of locusts Whirling, Tossing up things on its tail Like a madman chasing nothing. Pregnant clouds Ride stately on its back, Gathering to perch on hills Like sinister dark wings; The wind whistles by And trees bend to… Read More An African Thunderstorm By David Rubadiri
