SOAPSTone A resplendent way to analyze and better
SOAPSTone A resplendent way to analyze and better understand a text (piece of writing).
S= SUBJECT • What is the general topic of the text? • Use quotes from the text to support. Example Subject: This is about inspiring teachers and students to be great this school year. “It’s time to be more awesome. ”
O= OCCASION • Where and when is this happening? • What is the historical/social situation that causes the writer to write? • Quotes, yo! Example: The occasion is that it is the beginning of the new school year in present day. “It’s time to get our learn on!”
A= AUDIENCE • For whom does the author imagine writing? • Use quotes! Example: This text is created for an audience of students and teachers. “This one goes out to teachers… teachers and students!”
P= PURPOSE • Why did the author write this? • What does he/she want the reader to think/believe? • Get those quotes! Example: The purpose of this text is to inspire students and teachers to be awesome this year. “No matter who you are, somebody is learning from you. ”
S= SPEAKER • Who is the voice behind the text? • Get your quote on! Example: The speaker is Kid President, young, inspirational kid. “To: You. From: Me (Kid President). ” a
Tone = TONE • What is the attitude of the text? • What do we need? QUOTES! Example: The tone of this text is inspirational and joyful. “Together we’re louder. ” “We’re making history!”
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