October 24 Class Activities

Activity #1 Instructions

Identifying Figurative Language and Imagery in Descriptive Writing: 
 

First: First, provide a definition of the term you have been assigned (e.g. simile) using the “American Rhetoric” Website.

http://www.americanrhetoric.com/rhetoricaldevicesinsound.htm 

Next, you will work with your group to find at least 2-3 or more uses of figurative language (e.g. simile, metaphor, personification) and/or Imagery in a poem or song/video. Make sure to include a link to your poem or song/video and also provide an example using the actual lines from the poem or song.

 
Additionally, explain how the use of figurative language provides a deeper experience for the audience (reader/listener). How does this SHOW not tell the reader what to think and feel? Why do you like or connect with the examples that you have provided? What meaning, message, or theme is the author trying to convey?

After the discussion: Consider the examples provided by peers. Does their example make you feel the same way? Do you agree about the meaning, message, or theme identified? Describe your experience and connections to the poems/songs because of the uses of figurative language and/or imagery.


Additional Resources/Help Understanding the Terms that we Discussed in Class: 
Figurative Language Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K9pd6h9JT0
More on Figurative Language: http://www.grammar-monster.com/glossary/figurative_language.htm

Activity #2 Instructions

First, consider a video game with a storyline (narrative). 

Some options include, but are not limited to:

Call of Duty

Final Fantasy

Resident Evil

Diablo

Dark Souls

Bio shock Infinite

The Last of Us

Dishonor

Amnesia

Alien

Predator

Middle Earth Shadow of Mordor

The Walking Dead

Halo

Fallout

Next, you will create a power point with the following elements: 

1.      Describe the Setting of the Video Game Story

2.      Provide a description of the Story (use details, imagery, & at least 2 or more examples of figurative language).

3.      Write a description of your favorite character in the story. Are they the hero or villain? The protagonist or the antagonist? Why do you like/admire them?

4.      Narrate a scene or imagined scene from the video game. You must use dialogue. Make sure that this scene tells a point or lesson learned for your favorite character. 

5.      Reflect on how narration is used in the video games that you play. 

You must also create some type of flyer or brochure highlighting your character. Make sure to include thoughtful media and visual elements in your presentation.