can someone help me with this question?At several points in Sherman Alexie's "Indian Education" essay, Alexie uses comparison and contrast. Locate at least two examples and explain what each contributes to the essay?
I just don't see a point of comparison and contrast....can someone help me find some?
The text is online
I found many examples of compare and contrast.
For instance, in first grade he was usually the victim until he got mad enough and hit the bully. He contrasts the nickname about white boys who cry with the fact that they'd never seen a white boy cry. The comparison is that the author is still the same boy with the same feelings both before and after he hit Frenchy. He also compares the bullying of other kids with the bullying he experiences.
What other examples can you find?
http://www.jiskha.com/display.cgi?id=1234054297
is another one in the fourth grade when Mr. Schulter tells him he should be a doctor but he questions her idea. Then he goes home and practices calling himself Doctor Victor?
Also, I don't understand why the essay is set up using headings like First grade, second grade, etc? It is supposed to be a type of technique?
Yes. The fourth grade account is a good example of a contrast and comparison.
Setting up his essay in chronological order is a logical approach to his essay about Indian Education.
Locate at least two examples and explain what each contributes to the essay?
Of course! To find examples of comparison and contrast in Sherman Alexie's "Indian Education" essay, you can follow these steps:
1. Locate the text online: Go to a reliable search engine and search for the title of the essay along with the author's name. Look for reputable sources such as educational websites, literary analysis platforms, or online libraries that have the full text available.
2. Once you have found the essay, open it and start reading: Look for instances where Alexie presents two or more elements that can be compared or contrasted. These elements could be characters, events, ideas, or even language devices. Pay attention to the language and the context in which they are presented.
3. Identify the specific examples of comparison and contrast: When you come across such instances, take note of them. They might be indicated by words and phrases like "like," "as if," "similarly," "on the other hand," "on the contrary," or any other sign that signals a comparison or contrast.
4. Analyze the contributions of each example: Once you have identified the examples, analyze what each comparison or contrast brings to the essay. Consider how they contribute to the overall theme, narrative, or message of the essay. Look for any patterns or insights that emerge.
Remember, while I can provide guidance and explain the process, it is essential to read and engage with the text yourself to develop your own understanding.