Notes on the Language Use and Stylistic Devices in The Samaritan Act 3 Scene 1

Notes on the Language Use and Stylistic Devices in The Samaritan Act 3 Scene 1

Language Use and Stylistic Devices in The Samaritan  1. Imagery a. Vivid Description The stage directions show us where exactly the scene happens, Classroom at Sagrada secondary school is described to bring out the mental picture of the setting…high ceiling, well lit (P. 87). b. Symbolism The good spirit symbolizes or stands for those that do what is right and just. The evil spirit represents people who disobey set rules in the society. This evil spirits leads to destruction including the spirit of the Beast representing selfishness, brutality, and destruction (P.91). 2. Allusion a. Biblical Allusion During the lesson, parts of the Ten Commandments are mentioned during the discussion with focus on obedience. Do not worship other gods, do not kill, do not steal, do not commit adultery (P. 90). b. Literal Allusion There is reference of Euripides quote of, ‘slow but sure moves the might of the gods’  the famous Greek playwright (P. 91). 3. Ellipsis Ellipsis has been used when Nicole says “and we must …

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