1. What is Brideau's main point, and where in the essay is it indicated?
I believe Brideau's main point was indicated in the last paragraph. In this paragraph she explained that through Lydia's story she realized just how paralyzing the hurricanes "Katrina" and "Rita" were for the people of Louisiana.
2. What is the primary point of view from which Brideau narrates "Lydia's Story"? What impact does that point of view have on you as a reader?
The point of view Brideau presents in her narrative is through the eyes of a victim named Lydia. Lydia endured the hurricane "Katrina" by her will to live and smart actions. By using Lydia's story Brideau was able to show us just a piece of the what it was like to live through a time like that.
3. How does Brideau make her narrative "come alive"? Make a list of words she uses to describe the setting and the characters. How do they appeal to the reader's emotions?
In her narrative Jan Brideau sparks pain and sympathy, yet hope and relief. In her narrative she used words like slender, cackle, eager, and humid to describe the settings and sufferings. But she also used the words strength, hope, and determination to tell us what the people possessed during this incident. These words give the reader a passion for the hurt but also a hope for humanity.
4. This piece was first published in Health Affairs, a journal of health policy thought and research. Who would be the audience for his piece, and how does Brideau's tone suit those readers? Point to specific words and phrases that create that tone.
Brideau's audience was to the public who were interested in health and medical affairs. The tone she used was formal and concerned. Some phrases that set her tone were, "...we were struck by the chemical odor...","...two adult residents needed medical care...", and, "...her family photo album...the only thing Lydia thought might have survived the water." I believe Jan wanted to reach people through this story and enlighten them of what the citizens of Louisiana really endured.
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