Last writing prompt

*1. In order for a literary work to succeed, the reader must willingly suspend his/her disbelief. By accepting a work of fiction as fiction, the reader makes a silent pact with the author, agreeing to “go along” with the story, though it not be true. This compact occurs again and again with movie-goers and play-goers, even t.v. viewers. The audience agrees [silently] that the story they are about to see is not real, though it may be “based on a true story.” The Soloist and The Blind Side are two such recent movies. Think of one of those OR another movie you may have seen that is “based on a true story.” Identify a movie of your choosing that falls into the category, “based on a true story.” Summarize the movie in one or two sentences. In another couple of sentences, relate your opinion of the movie. Finally, explain whether or not the words “based on a true story” enhanced your viewing or detracted from the experience. Why?
***The movie called 21. It was inspired by the blackjack team of MIT. A group of students counted cards at a casino to steal the money and get rich. I liked the movie. I guess it was based on a true story i dont really see how but it was.


*6. Draw at least three valid inferences, supported by evidence, about the narrator of “On the Rainy River.” Draw at least three valid inferences, supported by evidence, about the narrator of “The Ghost Soldiers.” Account for the differences in the narrator. – Note that this could become an excellent topic for an essay topic over the novel, though it would be phrased more like ‘Trace the development of the narrator/soldier Tim O’Brien.’


2. How would you explain the semi-truths told in The Things They Carried to a student about to begin a second session class? What would you tell him/her to look for as he/she read the book? What would you say were the most important aspects to “be sure to pick up on”?
****The semi-truths are the things they say but you have to question yourself about. What to look for is the deeper meaning when O'Brien explains stuff after love and he talks deeply about the war. The last few chapters were really important.

4. Which story in The Things They Carried was your favorite? Why? Which was your LEAST favorite? Why? Whether you loved or hated the whole book, you must choose one of each for this prompt. Which of the men do you most identify or sympathize with? Why? Was there a character you just didn’t like? Why?

My favorite was the first chapter, it explained who everyone in a nonconfusing way.my least favorite was Spin. I just didnt understand it really. I liked O'Brien and the Mitchell sanders because they were always mentioned alot and O'Brien was clearly a great protagonist.I didnt dislike any characters.