In this video, we learn about structure, prosody and graphic elements by examining the poem "Foul Shot" by Edwin Hoey. It is about the last two seconds of a basketball game where the solemn boy in the center of eyes, squeezed by silence, raises the ball on his right hand. The crowd is tense, and the clock is ticking.

This is the third video in the series for teaching students about Author's Purpose. In this video, Denotation and Connotation are studied using the poem Conquerors by Henry Treece.

Paraphrasing the Gettysburg Address involves restating Lincoln's iconic speech in one's own words, capturing the essence of his message while using different phrasing. Summarizing the Gettysburg Address entails concisely capturing its key points, such as the emphasis on the principles of equality, unity, and the enduring significance of the Civil War. Both techniques serve to convey the significance of Lincoln's address in a more accessible and succinct manner while preserving its historical and cultural importance.

This video teaches the difference in Tone, Mood, and Voice when reading different literature. Mark Twain, Daphne du Maurier, and Harper Lee