Compares the helicopter to an insect suggesting that it is insignificant to the building around it. Insects also suggest some thing is annoying or buzzing.
1 of 6
"Jumbo sized dentist drill."
Metaphor.
He suggests a building of the size has no purpose/ pointless. He criticises (America) on the view that bigger is better. He is clearly showing disdain (disgust) towards the appearance of the building.
2 of 6
"Dentist Drill"
Word Choice.
Has connotations of pain and suffering. Again he may make a deeper point regarding the inequality of society and the groups of people who are left behind.
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"Midnight."
Sets time/turning point.
It metaphorically introduces the ideas of the darkness, un-known and consequently fear.
4 of 6
"I lie in bed between a radio and a television set."
Imagery.
Norman is trying to drown out the sound of violence from outside using technology.
5 of 6
"Broken Bones." "Harsh screaming." "Blood."
Synecdoche (shows impact).
People are reduced to damaged body parts, noises and spilled fluids. This suggests the place of humans in society has been lost.
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
"Jumbo sized dentist drill."
Back
Metaphor.
He suggests a building of the size has no purpose/ pointless. He criticises (America) on the view that bigger is better. He is clearly showing disdain (disgust) towards the appearance of the building.
Card 3
Front
"Dentist Drill"
Back
Card 4
Front
"Midnight."
Back
Card 5
Front
"I lie in bed between a radio and a television set."
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