Directions: Fill in the chart using complete sentences.
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Choose a descriptive quotation from each paragraph that represents Muir's writing style.
Describe his use of diction and connotation in each of your selected quotations. Include at least
two specific examples of connotative words for each quotation, identifying the connotation of
each example and describing the tone the examples create.
Explain the effect that the author's diction has on the reader.

How does langston hughes use the denotative meaning of the word uniform ironically in his poem "will v-day be me day too"? a. to show that african americans faced segregation even while fighting for their country alongside americans of other races b. to show that african americans enlisted in the war hoping to gain acceptance and equality in their country c. to show that by donning the u.s. army uniform, the people of america stood united, irrespective of their race d. to show that african americans who were part of the armed forces were treated with dignity