In order to memorize the 50 state capitals, a middle school…
In order to memorize the 50 state capitals, a middle school student changes the lyrics of his favorite song to include all 50 states and their capitals and sings it over and over and over. This annoys his parents, but he (and his parents) soon have them all memorized. This is most clearly an example of
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Answer the following in a well-developed essay. Remember that the story you choose to write about in this essay may not be used for the second essay question. Fiction, although it is “made up,” is often used as a means of social commentary. Authors create characters and situations that reflect the world around them, and through creative writing present the reader with thought-provoking tales that challenge them to think more deeply about a given topic. Of all the stories we’ve read during the course, which would you point to as an example of this type of fiction? Discuss what the author is commenting on and the effect the story has upon the reader, as well as the way in which the author crafts this effect.
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