Read one of the articles below about euphemisms.
Based on what your read, describe if you believe euphemisms are helpful or harmful in today's society. What do they do (or not do) to make meaning and purpose clear? Support your ideas with at least two direct quotes or references to the article.
Task 2:
Describe how this piece is intended to be didactic. Consider who his main intended audience is and how they might benefit from hearing about his experiences with reading. Support your ideas with references to the reading (does not need to be direct quotes).
EXTRA CREDIT: Apply up to three vocabulary words (from this unit or last unit) to Sherman Alexie's "Superman and Me" piece and explain how he uses them to emphasize his purpose. This should be done on a separate note card and labeled extra credit.
EXTRA CREDIT: Apply up to three vocabulary words (from this unit or last unit) to Sherman Alexie's "Superman and Me" piece and explain how he uses them to emphasize his purpose. This should be done on a separate note card and labeled extra credit.
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