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A9: Social Realism of “I Want to Work” by Sherwood Anderson. ENG 201 Introduction to Literature Prof. Everson. Reading 9: I Want to Work. Read the information about the author and think about the rhetorical situation. T hen read the story, first in Spanish, then in English.
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A9:Social Realism of “I Want to Work” by Sherwood Anderson ENG 201 Introduction to Literature Prof. Everson
Reading 9: I Want to Work Read the information about the author and think about the rhetorical situation. Then read the story, first in Spanish, then in English. Answer the after reading questions for discussion.
Before You Read Think about or analyze the rhetorical situation: AUTHOR – Who is he? Why is he writing this story? AUDIENCE: Who is it (originally)? What did they know about the author? What did they expect from him or the story? TEXT: When was it written and published? Where was it published? How has the text changed?
Observe: • Answer the questions about the story: • In your own words, explain why this capable, experienced workman does not have a job. • What attitude do the factory managers have toward the machines? What are the positive and the negative effects of machines, as shown in this story? • The workman says he was "born a Yank" (a "Yankee"). What other information does he give about his background and childhood?