“By the Waters of Babylon”

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“By the Waters of Babylon” Stephen Vincent Benet

What lessons have you learned from a journey you have taken?

Literary Elements Genre – type of literature Allusion – reference to another literary work Simile – a comparison using like or as Metaphor – a comparison not using like or as Theme – the authors message

Figurative Language and Theme This link explains the relationship between these two concepts. http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/jlf00d-73657-figurative-language-waters-babylon-literature-education-ppt-powerpoint/

Plot Pay close attention to the details of this journey How does the setting impact the meaning?

Assignment As you listen to/read the story, create a visual representation of the text that will be shared with the class on Friday.

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