Question

Phil Petrie uses the dash () throughout his poem. Petrie also uses informal language such as “stayin" and "walkin." What is the intended effect of this punctuation and diction?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Phil Petrie uses the dash throughout his poem for longer pause and informal language to create the effect of Rosa's native language.

Explanation:

"It Happedened in Montogemery for Rosa Parks" is a poem written by Phil Petrie. The poem is about Rosa Park and her resistance to leave the sit in bus that created a history in African American's lives.

The poet uses dash throughout the poem to create longer pause. Pauses in poem help the readers to grasp the image and ponder on it little longer. This longer pause helps the reader to let the words or image be imprinted on thier mind.

The use of informal tone helps to create the effect of Rosa's native language. This effect will let the native readers feel familiar and connected.