Dialect Writing
The language in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is very unique. In addition to using antiquated terminology, the novel is also written using a Southern dialect. A dialect is form of language that is unique to a specific region or social group.
Take a conversation you have had recently (in normal conversational English) and translate it into an older Southern dialect as found in the novel. Use the novel to help you. Also, don't be afraid to do your own research on the dialect.
Learning Target 5. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and structure is appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (W, S/L)
Take a conversation you have had recently (in normal conversational English) and translate it into an older Southern dialect as found in the novel. Use the novel to help you. Also, don't be afraid to do your own research on the dialect.
Learning Target 5. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and structure is appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (W, S/L)