Ms. Gorman has an extraordinary ear for subtle rhymes. Watch or reread aloud "The Hill We Climb" and listen for them. Which stood out for you? - In the title

We've braved the belly of the beast,

We've learned that quiet isn't always peace,

and the norms and notions

of what just is

isn't always just-ice.

Explanation:

The rhymes in the boldened phrases above were particularly interesting to me.

Gorman used alliteration in her repetition of the letters 'b' in the first phrase. This created a rhyme that appeals to the ears.

We also see her use of similar sounding words in the second highlighted phrase. These include;

norms and notions

just is

just-ice

The use of these excellent rhymes helps in the remembrance of what is said. The first highlighted phrase also paints a picture or imagery that imprints the ideas of the poet in the mind of the reader.

animal farm, written by george orwell, is a representation of russia after the revolution that led stalin to take over power.

in this excerpt, the central idea seems to be that the animals (a representation of society), when they believe to be working for a greater good and equality, are obedient and productive. they were convinced that, after expelling the owner (jones) from the farm, they would live in harmony and be fairly treated.

as we know, the pigs become the leaders and grow more selfish and dictatorial with time. in the end, they look and act in a way so similar to humans that it is impossible to tell the difference. the ideals of equality are shattered, and the farm turns out to be worse than it was before. the animals are manipulated with false propaganda and forced to work in order to enrich the pigs.

it is a hope this 's