The Censors_ Narrative Techniques

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Write a response to the prompt below:

If a government agency read every text, DM, or email you sent today, how would your writing style change? Would you try to sabotage their system, or would you become more silent? Explain how this environment affects a writer’s purpose. Your response must be at least 3-5 sentences!

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Juan takes a job at the censorship bureau planning to rescue his own letter. What do you think might go wrong? Use evidence from the story so far.

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Describe how Valenzuela uses plot structure and at least one narrative technique (irony, symbolism, characterization, or archetype) to achieve her purpose. Use specific evidence from the text to support your response.