Example
#1. Note this example is paying attention to Characterization:
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Alma
1:1-9, An important character (Nehor) is introduced in the story line. The audience
is told what the character looks like (a large man noted for much strength),
why he was there (he had become prideful), and what he had done (Nehor had
taught false doctrine to those around him and killed an old man who challenged
his belief (Gideon)). The man (Nehor) was good-looking, popular, wore expensive
clothes, handed out money, and told the crowd that they were all just fine and
that they had nothing to worry about: they would all be saved eternally. Then,
he killed an older man who disagreed with him.
Example #2 Note this example is paying attention to Diction:
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Alma
5, 6, and 7, A well-known man (Alma), travels to different cities (starting at
Zarahemla and on to Gideon) speaking to the people in each of the places. Alma
uses strong informal language which is powerful in carrying the message he
intends to the audience (…do ye suppose that such a one can have a place to sit
down with…the holy prophets…I say unto you, Nay…) A sincere expressive attitude
was voiced (crying unto them to repent) and a style is portrayed through the
words (asking multiple questions [Alma 5:6]) to try to persuade the cities of
his argument (to repent and come unto Christ). He places great emphasis upon
the audience and chooses an informal, sincere choice of words to reach them,
presenting personal repeated questions in an attempt to shake their souls and
beliefs.
Example
#3 This example is looking closely at the Setting:
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Alma
1-7, The people were accustomed to being led by a king and were convinced by
their aging king to set up a new method of being governed, so they are trying
it. They set up a system of judges and choose Alma as Chief Judge. They system
is challenged by a popular man, Nehor, who is also a murderer, and the judges
decide on the verdict and punishment. Then, some folks decide they do want a
king and challenge the government. This system is defeated by the voice of the
people, and a rebellion occurs, defeating the king system. Still, the folks
that want a king, mark themselves and join forces with another people and
create a war. The folks favoring judges to win, and there is peace. The Chief
Judge is more concerned with religion, so gives up his seat in government to
lead the people in a religious crusade instead.
Example
#4 note that this reference is focusing on the Theme:
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Alma
1-7, the man in charge (Alma) lives his life. His father and former king just
died, so he is a leader now. His greatest concern is the welfare of his people.
He tries to take care of them first in a political position, but sees a greater
need. He is most concerned for their souls, so he gives up his political
ambitions and completely devotes his time to teaching them spiritually. Almas
devotes his time, energy and means to reach his people through peace and war,
through pride and humility, that they need a Redeemer. After he teaches them
the need for a Redeemer, he teaches them about the Savior and of the promises
that come through the Christ.
Reviewing a fellow student's blog post
Example #1: Note this example is paying attention to the
diction or speech:
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Mary Ellsworths post she had said “The rush in my tone is not
normal.” As she spoke to her siblings she was very concerned. In my
scripture section Alma had been very concerned about his people and showed strong
informal language which is powerful in carrying the message he intends to the
audience.
Example
#1. Note this example is paying attention to Characterization:
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Clark Nielson posted General Moroni, on a General Level on his blog and expressed one of
the janitors that he had worked with very vividly. I felt like I could even notice
this guy if he was passing me on the streets. At the beginning of Alma a man
named Nehor is also explained very strongly as well and he is noted to be a big
guy who was noted for his own strength. I noticed that as I read Clark Nielsons
post I saw that the janitors characteristics were noted with each little
distinction that made him who he was.
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In Alma 1-7 the chief judge gives up something
very important to him and follows another scenario that he seems to be much
more important at that time. In the blog post That
pivotal morning by Emily Lewis she states that as she had left a place that
meant so much to her at that time but just as this chief judge had done she had
gone where she needed to be or where it seemed to be most fitting for her at
that time.
