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Analyzing Poe’s Writing Style

Analyzing Poe’s Writing Style. An author’s style is formed by the way he uses the following: Diction (word choice) Syntax (sentence structure) Choice of detail Figurative language. Paying Attention to Diction.

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Analyzing Poe’s Writing Style

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  1. Analyzing Poe’s Writing Style • An author’s style is formed by the way he uses the following: • Diction (word choice) • Syntax (sentence structure) • Choice of detail • Figurative language

  2. Paying Attention to Diction • Diction refers to the word choice of the author. The best authors choose their words deliberately and to create a certain mood/toneor effect.

  3. Vocabulary for Diction • monosyllabic—a word with one syllable • Cat, car, Poe • polysyllabic—a word with more than one syllable • Castle, Edgar, celebration

  4. Vocabulary for Diction • Words can be informal or formal • They may be referred to as archaic (old-fashioned) or colloquial (everyday language)

  5. Vocabulary for Diction • Words may have denotative meanings. • Denotative means the literal dictionary definition of a word. For example, we could define snake as a scaly, legless reptile that may sometimes be poisonous. • Words could have connotative meanings. • Connotative refers to the associations or emotions that may be tied to a word. For example, horrid and evil are often connected to the ideas of a snake.

  6. Vocabulary for Diction • Words may be described as euphonious or having a pleasant sound. • Frequently words with vowel sounds are considered euphonious. • This is often based on opinions. • Or they may be referred to as cacophonous, or having a harsh sound. • Consonants, especially the Cs and Ks often create a cacophonous sound.

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