Literature Introduction-Business/Finance Assignment
Choose one of our two readings for this week, “Gift of the Magi” or “The Highwayman.”
In a 1-page response to the text, identify each part of the plot diagram for the reading you’ve selected. Write 1 – 2 sentences for each part of the plot diagram, and then write a paragraph for the reflection at the end.
Exposition: Identify and describe the key elements of the exposition in the text. How do the authors introduce the setting, characters, and initial conflict or situation?
Rising Action: Identify at least one significant event or action that contributes to the rising action in the text. How does this event build tension, suspense, or develop the central conflict?
Climax: Identify the climax in the text. What event or revelation marks the turning point in the story? How does the climax affect the main characters and their goals?
Falling Action: Discuss the falling action in the text. How does the author resolve or address the conflicts introduced in the rising action? Are there any unexpected twists or revelations during this phase?
Resolution: Analyze the resolution in the text. How are loose ends tied up, and are all conflicts resolved? Does the resolution provide a sense of closure or leave room for interpretation?
Personal Response: Share your personal thoughts and reflections on the plot of each text. Did you find the plot engaging, predictable, or surprising? Did it evoke any emotional responses or connect with your own experiences? Explain your reactions and provide examples from the texts to support your response. Submit a Word document below.
Literature Introduction-Business/Finance Assignment
Choose one of our two readings for this week, “Gift of the Magi” or “The Highwayman.”
In a 1-page response to the text, identify each part of the plot diagram for the reading you’ve selected. Write 1 – 2 sentences for each part of the plot diagram, and then write a paragraph for the reflection at the end.
Exposition: Identify and describe the key elements of the exposition in the text. How do the authors introduce the setting, characters, and initial conflict or situation?
Rising Action: Identify at least one significant event or action that contributes to the rising action in the text. How does this event build tension, suspense, or develop the central conflict?
Climax: Identify the climax in the text. What event or revelation marks the turning point in the story? How does the climax affect the main characters and their goals?
Falling Action: Discuss the falling action in the text. How does the author resolve or address the conflicts introduced in the rising action? Are there any unexpected twists or revelations during this phase?
Resolution: Analyze the resolution in the text. How are loose ends tied up, and are all conflicts resolved? Does the resolution provide a sense of closure or leave room for interpretation?
Personal Response: Share your personal thoughts and reflections on the plot of each text. Did you find the plot engaging, predictable, or surprising? Did it evoke any emotional responses or connect with your own experiences? Explain your reactions and provide examples from the texts to support your response. Submit a Word document below. Use APA referencing style.