Brooklyn Cop- Stanza 2

Question 1

“should”

Answer 1

.Repetition
.This is effective as it emphasises the uncertain nature of his job and how he risks his life everyday. It suggests that there is always a strong possibility that his demise is right around the corner and at any moment everything could descend into havoc and turmoil. It highlights the probability he is just waiting for chaos and disruption to descend

Question 2

“Tissue tear”

Answer 2

. Alliteration
. This is effective as it emphasises the significance of the word choice, which has connotations of violent ripping, unable to piece back together and destruction. It also highlights the harsh constant sound which replicates the violent ripping and reinforces the flimsiness which separates civility from the aggressive New York streets