Instead of analyzing the setting of the short story Thank You Ma'am, I'm now doing it on the vignette "Salvador Late or Early." [If you havn't read it, go ahead because it's really short]
I have to give:
1. Description of the setting
2. atmosphere/mood established by setting
3. effects of the setting on characters
4. emotional effect of setting on readers
This is what I have:
1. The description in the vignette is "homes are the color of bad weather" and "lives behind a raw doorway"
3. The setting shows that Salvador lives in poverty and has the responsibilities of an adult.
4. For me, Salvador is a very lovable character. They way Cisneros has described him makes the reader feel for him; he is very responsible and seems kind. The setting seems like a place where I wouldn't want to live but it suits the lifestyle of Salvador.
I'm not sure if I've answered these correctly..are they alright?
Thanks
-MC
It's not letting me post the second answer...
4. Yes, Salvador is loveable, but that doesn't tell what the effect of the setting is on readers.
I thought so; how can i answer this then?
-MC
To me, the setting and tone are unrelentingly depressing.
To analyze the setting of the vignette "Salvador Late or Early" by Sandra Cisneros, you can follow these steps to answer each of the questions you mentioned:
1. Description of the Setting:
To describe the setting, carefully observe the details provided in the vignette. Pay attention to the physical surroundings, the time period, and any other relevant information. Note any specific locations, objects, or elements that are mentioned in the narrative.
2. Atmosphere/Mood Established by Setting:
Consider the overall feeling that the setting evokes. Analyze the descriptions and details to determine the emotional atmosphere or mood created by the setting. Look for adjectives, imagery, and sensory details that give insight into the overall tone of the vignette.
3. Effects of the Setting on Characters:
Observe how the setting impacts the characters in the story. Consider how the physical environment affects their actions, behaviors, and emotions. Pay attention to how the characters interact with their surroundings and any conflicts or challenges they may face as a result.
4. Emotional Effect of Setting on Readers:
Analyze how the setting affects you as the reader. Reflect on your emotional response to the description of the setting and the way it enhances your understanding of the characters and their experiences. Consider how the atmosphere and details of the setting contribute to the overall emotional impact of the vignette.
Remember to provide specific examples from the text to support your analysis for each of the points mentioned above. This will help you develop a deeper understanding of the setting in "Salvador Late or Early" and its impact on both the characters and the readers.