18. The Things They Carried: Good Form~Anaphora

O'Brien uses anaphora as an emphasis in this chapter. I can...I can...I can...These three sentences emphasize the ability to improve oneself. Tim obviously has the drive and mental ability to overcome any difficult obstacles. Later, he will be able to physically attack these obstacles. He has the motivation now, which will help him plan for the future. Through his use of anaphora, Tim calls attention to the things which he wishes to improve in himself. He is motivated and the repetition proves his repeated desire to overcome this difficult circumstance. O'Brien successfully emphasizes his strong inspiration to the reader.