Analyzing Poes Writing Style An authors 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 ID: 773694
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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 detailFigurative language
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/ tone or effect .
Vocabulary for Diction monosyllabic—a word with one syllableCat, car, Poe polysyllabic—a word with more than one syllableCastle, Edgar, celebration
Vocabulary for Diction Words can be informal or formal They may be referred to as archaic (old-fashioned) or colloquial (everyday language)
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.
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.