Problem
In Sarah Morgan Dawson's A Confederate Girl's Diary she states, "There is no word in the English language that can express the state in which we are, and have been, these last three days. Day before yesterday, news came early in the morning of three of the enemy's boats passing the Forts, and then the excitement began. It increased rapidly on hearing of the sinking of eight of our gunboats in the engagement, the capture of the Forts, and last night, of the burning of the wharves and cotton in the city while the Yankees were taking possession" (Morgan Dawson).
i. In 2-4 sentences explain the meaning of this quote without letting your own ideas get in the way. Also note significant structural or literary devices used in the quote.
ii. In 200 words, take a stance either defending, challenging, or qualifying the quote. Develop your ideas with evidence.