Between A Rock And A Hard Place Flashcards
1
Q
What is it about?
A
A falling stone caused a amputation of an arm
2
Q
What is the context?
A
Trapped in the most remote parts of America for 6 days with his arm stuck in a rock
3
Q
Purpose
A
Autobiography shows reflection of his time as a climber and adventurer.
4
Q
Structure
A
- present tense = makes it seem as event is unfolding at this time
This creates tension.
5
Q
Important quotes
A
- “shove against large boulder, heaving against it, pushing with my left hand”
- “grimace and growl”
- “refrigerator chock stone”
- “anxiety has my brain tweaking”
- “only hope”
6
Q
Quotes suggesting expert language
A
- “stemming or chimneying”
- “ten feet”
- “three feet”
7
Q
Verbs used
A
- kick
- lower
- squat
- dangle
