How Writers Achieve Effect

Instructions: Read the provided text excerpt and answer the questions that follow to analyze how the writer achieves
various effects in their writing.

Text Excerpt:

"The moon hung low in the night sky, casting a soft, silvery glow over the tranquil lake. The rustling leaves whispered
secrets to the gentle breeze, and the world seemed to hold its breath, as if waiting for something magical to happen."

Questions:

1. Imagery: Identify and list the sensory images used in the passage. How do these images contribute to the
overall effect?

2. Metaphor: What metaphor is present in the passage? How does it enhance the reader's understanding of the
scene?

3. Tone and Mood: Describe the tone and mood of the passage. Provide specific words or phrases that support
your answer.

4. Symbolism: Explain the symbolism of the moon and the lake in the context of the passage. What emotions or
ideas do they represent?

5. Personification: Identify an example of personification in the text. How does it affect the reader's perception
of nature?

6. Alliteration: Find and underline an example of alliteration in the passage. How does it contribute to the flow
and rhythm of the writing?

7. Foreshadowing: Do you think the passage contains elements of foreshadowing? If so, what might it be
foreshadowing, and how does it create anticipation or intrigue?

8. Effect on the Reader: Summarize how all the elements discussed in the previous questions work together to
create a particular effect or atmosphere in this passage. How does the writer engage the reader's senses and
emotions?