Writer asks a question but expects no answer, or writer clearly directs the reader to one desired answer.

Key words or phrases are repeated for emphasis and deliberate effect.

During last summer, I longed to swim, find some friends, and get into seventh grade.

It doesn't matter that I loved you yesterday. It doesn't matter that I kissed you last night. It doesn't matter that one summer day brought us together...because you just tore us apart.

When I was young, I skipped stones, danced to music, and ripped my jeans.

There was so much I wanted to know. Would I ever find myself again in the shadows of my past?

I understand why we fight. I understand why I was chosen. I understand why I have to be strong.

Would I ever believe in myself again?

Timmy runs, jumps, and ducks.

Would I ever fill the hole in my heart? Could I change myself for the better?

I like to run in the dark, swim in the sun, play at dawn, and watch the sky at night.

I love the smell of bacon, smoked turkey, pine needles, chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven, cinnamon rolls, and melted caramel. The world is filled with smells.

I wanted to pour my milk, dump the cereal, grab the spoon, and devour my breakfast.

Why wasn't I good enough?

I want to grab a bucket full of chicken, eat my KFC, and enjoy an early Thanksgiving.

I wonder if they know the truth?

I want to see everything. I want to hear the sound of cars rushing by. I want to feel the ocean breeze across my face and warm sand between my toes.

I never thought we could win. I never wanted to win. I never knew how it felt to win. I never felt the need to win. I never could have won. Until now.