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on February 10, 2018

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Olivia, your writing shows great thought and effort. But your blog would be even more visually appealing if you added photos or graphics about what we are reading to your posts.
Mr. Murphy

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What is the significance of the death of Argos, Odysseus’ dog? Why is it in the story?

I think Argos in some way represents Odysseus or his reputation because Argos used to be an energetic hound, fast and strong, when his master was there with him. However, as Odysseus leaves him and goes to Troy, he becomes powerless, just like Odysseus’ declining reputation. The more Argos loses power, the more Odysseus loses reputation as a king. People in Ithaca might have treated Argos very well when his master was there, but they became careless after he is left behind. Argos wagging his tail when he sees his master shows that Odysseus will regain his reputation. For a little while, Argos takes his vigor back, feeling happy and relieved due to his master's return. As Argos finally sees his master coming back, he rests in peace. To me, it feels like that Odysseus' old reputation dies at that point when Argos dies and is restarted as soon as he passes by his poor little dog for revenge.

Chicago, the best city

The poem begins with the personification of Chicago. The writer calls Chicago "Hot Butcher", "Tool Maker", "Stacker of Wheat", "Player with Railroads", and "Nation's Freight Handler." We can see the burliness and toughness of Chicago through his explanation. Then, some people tell the writer the real life of Chicago. "They" tell him that Chicago is "wicked," "crooked," and "brutal." The writer admits it; he has seen prostitutes, murderers, and starving children. He uses longer expressions to tell the negative factors of the city. However, he shows his affection and confidence towards Chicago by personifying it: "city with lifted head singing so proud to be alive and coarse and strong and cunning." There are dark sides, but the writer thinks Chicago is the best city with energy and beauty. He also says that Chicago is "building, breaking, rebuilding," which clearly...

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