ENG 125 Week 2 DQ 1 Literary Techniques and Their Connection to Conflict in Literature

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1. Literary Techniques and Their Connection to Conflict in Literature. 1st Post Due by Day 3. Read the required materials and review the handout Plot, Theme, and Conflict. All stories have a theme that forms the plot. Also, literary elements and techniques contribute to creating and highlighting the theme. In this discussion you will  
2.   Choose a story from the textbook. 

1. Describe the core conflict represented in the story. 
2. Describe the theme of the story. 
3.  Select three literary elements/techniques in the story and describe them. 
4. Explain how the elements/techniques illustrate the theme and conflict expressed in the story. 

As you consider these questions and begin answering them, incorporate readings found in Chapters 4-7 to help illustrate the points you make. Your initial post should be at least 200 words in length. The minimum word count does not include references. 

Guided Response: Respond to at least two of your classmates’ initial posts. Each response should be at least 75 words in length and should address two or more of the following points: 

Do you agree with your classmates' perspectives? Why, or why not? Be specific.

Ask a specific question to encourage further discussion on the topic.

Challenge your classmates’ interpretation of literature and/or point of view.

Do a small amount of research and share what you learn with your peers about the topic discussed in this post.