Literary Techniques – Identification of the literary technique used to describe David Baptiste’s appearance and how it helps convey his traits. Early Morning Setting – Phrases indicating Baptiste goes fishing early in the morning and the description of the sun as “all powerful.“ Narrative Pace – Analysis of how sentence length reflects a change in the narrative pace and its connection to events. Mermaid Description – Detail about the mermaid’s appearance that emphasizes her water-based nature. Passing of Time – Ways the writer shows the passage of time during Baptiste’s anticipation. Figurative Language – The effect of comparing trees to “bombs of sulphur“ and the literary techniques used to emphasize Baptiste′s complex emotions.