1. Annolighting and Coding “Eveline” by James Joyce
Directions: Locate examples in the text of the following elements listed below, highlight them, code them in the left hand side of the margin, and comment/question/analyze in the right hand side of the margin:
Themes (3 examples of each):
Catholic Guilt (CG)
Paralysis of Dublin (PD)
Autobiographical (AB)
Characterization (3 examples):
Eveline (EV)
Symbolism/Imagery (6 examples total):
Water (W)
Letters (L)
Buenos Ayres (BA)
Priest (P)
Frank (FR)
In addition to coding, locate and highlight the following:
Mom’s Final Words:
Google meaning and write it next to her words
Comment on its significance in the margins
How to Read Lit Elements (HRL):
Locate any that you can, highlight, code HRL, and comment in the margins
At the end of the story, in the bottom remaining margin, answer the following:
How are Joyce’s attitudes/emotions towards Dublin, Ireland reflected in “Eveline”?
How do you feel about Eveline’s choice in the end? Did she make the right choice? Why?