Unit 3 Outta My Way Grandma

Question 1

Author ?

Answer 1

Hugh O’Neill

Question 2

Theme/thesis

Answer 2

people should compete for their own benefit rather than solely to win

Question 3

list the allusions that O’Neill makes in “Outta My Way, Grandpa!”

Answer 3

“I hummed the rocky theme” - “ The spirit of Sly Stallone bolting through the streets of Philly pushed me forward.” “ I know I shouldn’t have these feelings, but hey, God isn’t finished with me yet. allusion to Philippians 1:6” “band of brothers- comes from a book of World War II “ “ If Private Ryan just happens to be there as you challenge your weak mind and burning lungs,”

Question 4

What overall atmosphere does O’Neill’s allusions help create in the essay?

Answer 4

His essay is humorous… this allows him to catch the readers’ attention in a non-confrontational way. It is then easier for them to admit the truth of his theme and apply it to their lives

Question 5

O’Neill’s pop culture allusions do not raise this essay to great - -

Answer 5

Quality literature