ROGER Flashcards
S
symbolism
A
alliteration
F
foreshadowing
I
visual imagery
C
characterisation
symbolism quote
“roger sharpened a stick at both ends”
alliteration quote
“roger, with a sense of delirious abandonment, leaned all his weight on the lever”
foreshadowing quote
“Roger gathered a handful of stones and began to throw them”
visual imagery quote
“Roger moved stealthily among the trees”
characterisation quote
“Roger, with a twisted grin”
“roger sharpened a stick at both ends”
-sharpening of both sides symbolises rogers evil intent and willingness to inflict pain on others
-it symbolises the duality of his character
-on end represents the civilised boy by appearance
-other end represents his inner savagery and brutality
“roger, with a sense of delirious abandonment, leaned all his weight on the lever”
-the repetition of the letter “D” in “delirious abandonment” and “leaned” creates a rhythmic quality to the sentence
- this draws attention to rogers actions and emphasising their significance
-the alliteration adds a musicality to the text, making it more engaging and memorable.
“roger, gathered a handful of stones and began to throw them”
-rogers seemingly innocent act of throwing stones foreshadows the darker events to come.
-his choice to engage in such violent behaviour hints at the rapid escalation of aggression and savagery on the island.
“roger moved stealthily among the trees”
-imagery of roger moving among the trees evokes a sense of unease and foreboding.
-it creates a visual picture of roger lurking in the shadows like a predator stalking its prey.
-creates a tense atmosphere
“roger with a twisted grin”
- description of twisted grin characterises him as sinister and evil.
-it suggests a sense of sadistic pleasure or enjoyment form his actions.
-shows his lack of empathy as he shows no remorse when causing harm to others.
