You for 10 A and 10 B use the poem the last shot page 221 to answer each question be sure to answer parts of the question using appropriate conventions
10A provide one example of rhyme and explain why the author used this stylistic technique
10B provide one example of repetition and explain why the author used stylistic technique
10A: One example of rhyme in "The Last Shot" is "walk" and "chalk" in the following lines:
"They said I was finished
they said I was through
those cats were trippin'
didn't have a clue
couldn't walk the walk
and talk that talk
didn't know I had one more shot left in me"
The author uses rhyme in this instance to create a rhythmic and musical quality to the poem. The repetition of the rhyming words "walk" and "talk" emphasizes the speaker's determination and resilience in the face of doubt and setbacks.
10B: One example of repetition in "The Last Shot" is the repeated phrase "one more shot" throughout the poem. The author uses this stylistic technique to emphasize the theme of second chances and redemption. The repetition of "one more shot" reinforces the idea that no matter how many times one may fail or be counted out, there is always the possibility of a new opportunity or chance to succeed. It serves to drive home the message of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity.