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English, 26.12.2020 20:30, benjamenburton1

The Duel by O. Henry 1. What one thing about New York did William NOT like?

2. How did Jack feel about New York after living there for four years?

3. Why did people leave the West to come to New York?

4. Who was every man's opponent in a fight?

5. What figurative language technique is used in the following quote from the story: "The business man blew in like a March wind"?

6. After four years, what had Jack seen in New York? What did he think about these things? Give specific examples from the story.

7. Who do you think won the battle? Give textual evidence to support your response.

8. Student’s Choice: Choose 2 of the following questions to respond to. Make sure to address ALL parts of the questions and be specific.

a. In "The Duel," when someone sets foot in Manhattan, he has to fight, and either he or his adversary wins. The City is his opponent. He gets no resting between rounds because there aren't any. "It is a fight to a finish." What figurative technique is O. Henry using in this section of the story? In a 2-3 paragraph essay, indicate which technique is used. Then define the technique, and explain how it's used in the story.

b. Write a different title for the story, "The Duel." In a short essay, explain why your title is more appropriate.

c. In "The Duel," O. Henry indicates that moving to New York is a battle. What would moving to your city be? Write a 3-4 paragraph essay using figurative language to demonstrate how moving to your city would be doing something specific.

d. Quote five uses of figurative language in "The Duel." Indicate each type used, and explain the meaning of each one

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