Compare Narratives Exercise

Blog Response Homework Comparison

Differences: Bethany’s blog was the most organized and detailed with multiple paragraphs

Similarities: Word choice similar for questions, similar main points, same quote used

Connections between Chapter 2 and Lydia’s story

 The author applies instinctive rhetorical devices such as a specific urgent tone and kept audience general and related multiple points. The author’s purpose was to inspire others to keep hope and determination up by showing Lydia’s story as an example. Chapter 2 helped Bethany think about what she’s going to say. Chapter 2 helped Lizzie to evaluate the audience before writing something to convey her thoughts clearly. Tex-ting and E-mail are the two most significant ways to apply rhetorical devices because you can take into account the audience. Writing essays will be an influenced writing perspective as well because now we understand how to choose a design, tone and objective clearly.

Think About It

Combination of personal narratives being told and seeing stories on the news. We realized how common narratives are and how they influence us to make better decisions. The more descriptive the narrative, the stronger the point comes across.

Think Beyond Words

The videos were mostly about people coming out, and people’s rights. They were powerful because they were individuals explaining their experiences and how to get help. These people represented their emotions and by doing so, their objective was to inform through the design and medium of a video.

Compare Narratives

Josh read an article about bodybuilding, Bethany told her coach she couldn't swim and why. The article about bodybuilding was directed at bodybuilders since it was in the magazine and changing the medium to a video for instance, may have more effects on more people as it is easier to physically show and share. When Bethany told her coach why she couldn't swim, the medium she chose was the most effective way to present her issue clearly.