Comments by Alfredo Cervantes

3. Part 3

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:50:14 -0400

Robert Walton's response in this letter shows that he is pleased to have the stranger on his ship and appreciates what he has to say. He even considers him as a brother.

3. Part 2

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:45:31 -0400

To hear that the crew is heading up North gets the man to agree to come on board.

3. Part 1

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:43:56 -0400

I believe the supernatural that occurred was the creature Frankenstein created.

2. Word Meaning

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:40:23 -0400

The word poignant means "causing a strong feeling of sadness" (Poignant). This word is used to describe Robert Walton's reaction to the stranger. This gives a positive connotation. "Poignant." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 28 Oct. 2016.

2. Word Meaning

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:37:00 -0400

The word trifling means "having little value or importance" (Trifling). This word is used to describe how grateful the stranger is to the crew even for the smallest deeds. This gives a positive connotation. "Trifling." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 28 Oct. 2016.

1. Opinion

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:33:17 -0400

Robert Walton did stick to what he told his sister. He was cool and prudent in the decisions he made and careful of his surroundings.

1. Opinion

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:29:18 -0400

Unlike the other letters, this one has several dates and events that have occurred to Robert Walton. He is very organized and detailed when telling his sister what has happened.

1. Question

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:23:41 -0400

What is a man from Europe doing in the North Pole?

3. Part 3

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:06:00 -0400

I believe that this is an ignoble ambition. Although Robert Walton has had this passion and dream to discover something new for years, the risks he is taking far outweigh the benefits. He has shown through his letters what he is truly seeking, validation of his life and glory, two unnecessary reasons for taking this voyage.

3. Part 2

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 14:52:32 -0400

Here is the link to the picture. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nansen%27s_Fram_expedition#/media/File:Fram_in_ice_1896.jpg

3. Part 1

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:06:45 -0400

The mood of this passage is neutral and hopeful. Robert Walton, although he doesn't sound as excited as he did when he wrote the first letter, he sounds hopeful that his voyage will go as he planned.

2. Word Meaning

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 14:26:46 -0400

The word persevering means "to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult" (Persevere). It is used in this sentence to describe what the perspective of Robert Walton is going to be throughout the voyage. This word gives a positive connotation. "Persevere." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 28 Oct. 2016.

2. Word Meaning

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 14:18:56 -0400

The word endeavours is a British variant of endeavor. Endeavor means "to seriously or continually try to do (something)" (Endeavor). It is used in part to describe that Robert Walton's efforts won't be in vain. It is also a neutral connotation for this sentence. "Endeavor." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 28 Oct. 2016.

1. Opinion

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 14:00:48 -0400

Mary Shelley uses Narrative writing style in these four letters. This writing style is perfect for the connection Shelley later makes with Victor Frankenstein's story.

1. Opinion

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:04:53 -0400

The respect and love Robert Walton has for his family is shown through the way he writes to his sister. Just like Robert, we too should be grateful to our families for the good things they have done for us by demonstrating it through our words and actions.

1. Question

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 17:07:02 -0400

In what sense is Robert Walton's heart involuntarily pouring itself out?

3. Part 3

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 12:35:29 -0400

Robert Walton reassures his concerned sister that he will not make any decisions that will endanger him or the crew.

3. Part 2

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 12:33:17 -0400

The man's behavior is considered noble because of the way he treated a stressful situation. The man did not think only for himself, but instead thought for the people involved as well.

3. Part 1

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 12:23:13 -0400

Robert Walton longs for a friend. This is not a Byronic trait. A Byronic trait would be the opposite of what Robert Walton felt, which would be someone who doesn't mind and even enjoys being alone.

2. Word Meaning

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 12:05:48 -0400

The word I was unfamiliar with was inexorable, which means "not able to be stopped or changed" (Inexorable). In this case, Robert Walton uses it to describe the background story of one of the sailors he hired. This word gives a positive connotation. "Inexorable." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 26 Oct. 2016.

2. Word Meaning

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:51:36 -0400

The word I was unfamiliar with was illiterate. It means "having or showing a lack of knowledge about a particular subject" (Illiterate). Here Robert Walton uses this word to emphasize his lack of education. This word gives a negative connotation. "Illiterate." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 26 Oct. 2016.

1. Opinion

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:38:23 -0400

Robert Walton explains in this letter what he has done to prepare for the trip up North. This is clear evidence that Robert Walton is determined to fulfill his goal. If we want to accomplish a goal, we too should have this same determination and preparation as Walton did.

1. Opinion

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 19:22:12 -0400

Before sailing off, Robert Walton must've been more thoughtful and tense than ever. His only relative known in this letter was far from him, and all he could do to communicate with her were through letters. I am happy to know that advancements in technology have helped in not only allowing people to communicate with each other and hear the other person speaking through telephones, but also see them through apps such as Face Time from Apple.

1. Question

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 19:15:23 -0400

In this sentence, Robert Walton describes a realistic point of view about the journey. What happened to his ideal plans mentioned in the first letter?

3. Attitude and Character

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 19:00:15 -0400

The attitude of Robert Walton towards the quest are confidence and optimism. These details suggest the character of Walton are daring and outgoing.

2. What is he searching for?

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:54:31 -0400

According to this sentence, Robert Walton is searching for land untouched by man.

1. Who is Robert Walton?

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:48:55 -0400

Robert Walton is a man who belongs to a wealthy family. According to the letter he wrote, Robert Walton is going to accomplish his dreams on going on an expedition and discover new things. He is a person who is willing to do whatever it takes to fulfill his goals.

2. Word Meaning

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:34:47 -0400

Two words I was unfamiliar with were peruse and effusion. Peruse means "to examine or read (something) in a very careful way" (Peruse). Effusion means "something that is said or expressed too much or with a lot of emotion" (Effusion). Both words are being used in the story as a way to further describe the main character's feelings towards a subject, in this case, the poets' writings. This gave a positive connotation to the words. "Effusion." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 25 Oct. 2016. "Peruse." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 25 Oct. 2016.

1. Opinion

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:15:11 -0400

This sentence shows me that Robert Walton was person who was interested in learning and exploring. It also shows me that he did not have a happy beginning, in which he explains about others ignoring his potential.

1. Opinion

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:18:10 -0400

Robert Walton described one of the most notable hardships he will face. The idea of a person having to "raise the spirits of others" as well as theirs, prove to be very important and even crucial to their life. Although it may sometimes seem hard to achieve, having the concern to motivate others not only helps the person but the "idea" is to obtain victory together.

1. Question

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 17:31:37 -0400

Mr. Walton hopes the best for his sister in this sentence. He also mentions "and save me". What exactly does he mean by that?

Summary

Sat, 08 Oct 2016 00:19:59 -0400

This poem is based on a proposal to an imaginary woman. Here the man or shepherd explains to her about the great things they will enjoy from, even the impossible ones, if they were together. The author probably suggests that love can become so powerful, even in the sense of controlling the way someone speaks.

Summary

Fri, 07 Oct 2016 20:45:31 -0400

This poem is a reply to the first poem. In this poem, the imaginary woman explains her reasons as to why she cannot accept the man's proposal. The author probably suggests that certain men make many promises and talk the good talk to women, but never fulfill them.

2 or more literary devices

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 13:52:18 -0400

I found three literary devices in lines 17-19. The last words in line 17 and 18 rhymed, making the sentences end rhyme. An alliteration was used in line 18 with "coral clasps". Finally, in line 19, personification was used when the author illustrated pleasures with the ability to move. These devices help in creating a more realistic and rhythmical tale.

What criticism do you think Chaucer is making of the Pardoner, or the church, by telling this story?

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:35:38 -0400

Chaucer demonstrates in this story that he did not think highly of churches and pardoners. In the story, Chaucer describes the pardoner as a thief and liar.

What "sin" ultimately killed the three men?

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:23:05 -0400

Greed, or "avarice", is what killed them. They each wanted to keep the treasure for themselves.

Who, or what, do you think the old man represents?

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:16:52 -0400

I also believe he represents death. He seems to want death, according to what he says, but death itself doesn't accept him. He is also covered all around except his face, which is very suspicious.

Dramatic Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:12:19 -0400

This sentence is an example of dramatic irony. The man who was sent to town wanted to kill the other two men to keep the treasure for himself.

Verbal Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:08:11 -0400

This sentence is an example of verbal irony. The final part mentions the three men exclaiming that death will die. What they don't know is that death is already dead.

Verbal Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 12:51:46 -0400

This is an example of verbal irony. The old man is asking himself when will he die.

Situational Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 12:43:55 -0400

This sentence is situational irony. Instead of finding death under the tree, the men find gold.

Situational Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 12:36:28 -0400

The sentence is situational irony. I did not expect that a corpse would be carried away in the beginning of the story.

Situational Irony

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 12:22:05 -0400

This sentence is situational irony. Three drunk men unexpectedly make an oath to find and catch "death".

Direct Plagiarism

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 13:30:37 -0400

Direct plagiarism is one of the four kinds of plagiarism. It is "nicknamed as The Lazy Plagiarizer" (Plagiarism - What Is It 9). An example of when this can happen is in an essay. Let's say you are doing an English essay that talks about how music affects authors and their way of writing. While researching, you find a great article that contains the exact evidence you need for your essay. You decide to copy and paste it into the word document. Without quoting and citing it appropriately, therefore making it seem as if it's the student's own words, even if that's not the student's intention. Two ways to avoid these four types of plagiarism is by quoting and citing quotes. The first way to avoid plagiarizing, quoting, involves to "quote exactly the way it appears" (Plagiarism - What Is It 33). If there is a phrase from a source that you would like to add into your assignment that is two or more words, "you will have to use quotation marks" (Plagiarism - What Is It 31). The second way to avoid plagiarizing is citing quotes. The difference between this and quoting is that citing quotes involves "the addition of a page number, or a paragraph number in the case of web content" (Plagiarism - What Is It 34) after the quotations. "Plagiarism - What Is It and How to Avoid It Copy 03 - NowComment.com." NowComment.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2016. .