Placid, serene, and tranquil
Using numerical values to identify and apply expository writing structure has proved an effective tool in identifying expository text structure and helping writers organize essays. The numerical values eliminate the writing jargon that varies from teacher to teacher and curriculum to curriculum. Instead, writers simply apply the implicit hierarchy of the number system to that of reading and writing. Writers just seem to intuitively “get” the idea of a number system applied to their expository writing in essays.
In "To Build a Fire", the man's reaction to the advice given to him by the "old-timer" demonstrates his foolishness and pride.
When the old-timer adviced the man not to venture out alone in the wilderness and to successfully build a fire in his first attempt, the man laughed and thought that needing a companion for the trail is "womanish". He believes that he can venture out on his own without needing any help; his foolish pride caused him his death.
This excerpt is taken from the short story “The Open Window”, written by Saki or also known as H.H. Munro. In his story he ridicules the customs of English society by using chaotic scenes.
Question: How does the author use characterization to create satire?
Answer: He uses the niece’s unexpected lies to highlight flaws in her character and those around her.
