1. Select one of the fables to rewrite in another author's style.


"The Falcon and the Duck"


Select your style.


Kincaid
 
Step 3: Rewrite the fable. It should be approximately the same length as the original fable to fully develop style and voice. Should be at least 4 paragraphs.

The fable I chose to rewrite is:

The author's style I will be mimicking is:

Type your rewritten fable here:










Respond in a complete sentence.

How did the diction change from the original fable to the rewritten fable?
 

The diction in the original fable is simple and direct, using words like "falcon," "duck," "hungry," and "snatch." In contrast, the rewritten fable uses more poetic and metaphorical language, such as "Ah, dear duck," "danger that lurks," "piercing gaze," "force to be reckoned with," and "siren's call."

The most challenging aspect of considering diction in the rewrite was finding the right balance between maintaining the simplicity and clarity of the original fable while also incorporating more lyrical and introspective language to match the style of Jamaica Kincaid. It was important to choose words that conveyed the falcon's predatory nature and the duck's vulnerability while also creating a sense of foreboding and tension.


What was the most challenging aspect of considering diction in the rewrite?

How did the syntax change from the original fable to the rewritten fable?
 
What was the most challenging aspect of considering syntax in the rewrite?

How did the mood change from the original fable to the rewritten fable?
 
Paste one sentence from your new fable that reflects the mood of your piece.