What is invention: In this reading selection, the author attempts to show the differences in dialects of the English language with in the U.S. It also argues that over time the assimilation of "Black English" will be so complete that it will work its way into the everyday conversations of all English speakers.
What is being invented: It is made clear, and proudly embraced, that there is no standard set of rules for "Black English", but instead the freedom and unpredictability make it clearly reckognizeable.
What is being arranged:The comparison is made between "Black English" and "White English". It is commented on that "Black English" in the south evolved into what it is now primarily from the influence of southern "White English".
What is arrangement: The two different dialects are compared and contrasted from all different aspects. It is very interesting that while these two dialects share so much in common from a listeners perspective, simply the difference in the race of the speaker makes such a drastic impact on how it is received.
What is being revised: The writer makes a point of trying to show that neither dialect is incorrect, and in fact, they are very similar in most characteristics. The writer tries to show the problems of attempting to create a standardized English for all to follow. One doesn't exist, and most likely never will.
What is revision: The writer lists specific pronunciations that are used commonly in "Black English". The use of similar sentence fragments to describe past, present, and future is also explained. Specific examples between the two English dialects are shown side by side for comparison
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Is compare/contrast the only arrangement strategy present? What might you make of the poem and comic?
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