I am writing a book report on Gulliver's Travels in which I have to compare myself with one of the characters. I have chosen Lemuel Gulliver, and I need an attention getter. This is what I have "Every once in a while we run on to characters in literature that reminds us of ourselves. As I read Gulliver’s Travels, I realized that Lemuel Gulliver and I have a lot in common." Any ideas, suggestions or websites that would help. Thank you in advance
What do you have in common with Gulliver? Your "attention-getter" could be more dramatic if you started with such a trait. "Every once in a while . . ." is pretty weak when you're try to grab your audience.
Please check back as I'm sure other teachers will offer their opinion.
Here is a great description of Lemuel. If after reading it, you still believe that you "are" Lemuel, then I think a good way to begin your essay would be," I am NOT a hero."
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/gulliver/canalysis.html
You might want to correct this:
characters in literature that reminds = character that reminds us (singular)
characters that remind us (plural)
Sra
Thank you all. You have been lots of help.
To come up with an attention-getter for your book report, you can consider focusing on a specific aspect or theme from Gulliver's Travels that resonates with your own experiences or personality traits. Here are a few ideas to help you brainstorm:
1. Start with a thought-provoking question related to the book and your chosen character: "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to journey to unknown lands and encounter extraordinary beings? As I read Gulliver's Travels, I found myself questioning if I, like Lemuel Gulliver, could handle such incredible adventures."
2. Create a vivid image or metaphor: "Imagine being a tiny individual in a vast world of towering giants or a giant among miniature creatures. In Gulliver's Travels, Lemuel Gulliver learns firsthand what it feels like to be both the insignificant and the extraordinary."
3. Use a captivating quote from the book that reflects the likeness between you and Gulliver: "In Jonathan Swift's classic tale, Lemuel Gulliver embarks on remarkable voyages that mirror the journey we all take through life, where we meet people and encounter situations that challenge our perceptions of the world and ourselves."
For further assistance, you can consult literary analysis websites, such as SparkNotes or Shmoop, which offer comprehensive summaries, character analyses, and thematic discussions of Gulliver's Travels. These resources can provide insights into Gulliver's character and help you draw parallels between him and yourself.