The Sea Devil by Arthur Gordon

Master Freytag's Pyramid! Analyze 'The Sea Devil' plot points and identify irony. Great ELA practice.

Freytag Pyramid matching Match each part of the Freytag Pyramid with the story's description. Refer back to the story, The Sea Devil, and look at your Lit Term I notes for help. Exposition The man off the coast of Florida decides to go finishing at night. Rising Action- Mini Climax 1 The man casts his net catching only a mullet and an angel fish. Rising Action- Mini Climax 2 The sea explodes in the man's face catching him off guard and dragging him overboard and into the sea. Rising Action- Mini Climax 3 The man tries to use the barnacles to cut the fishing line. Rising Action- Mini Climax 4 The porpoise swims by and strikes the sea devil allowing the man to gain his footing. CLIMAX The man uses the wooden stake in a final attempt and breaks free. Resolution The man surfaces and reflects on his experience. What is the irony in this story? Answer the question in complete sentences. Refer to your Lit. Terms I notes for help.