Journal #2

1.

Wicked is told in third person by a narrator. The narrator can be biased at different times to tell the story from a different point of view. At the moment, the story is being told from Melena’s point of view.

2.

The point of view is effective because it allows you to see the story from your own point of view because you see everyone’s thoughts. I also think that this is effective because it shows you ‘a bird’s eye view’ of the character’s emotions.

3.

The Bringing of the Time Dragon into the Town
From Perippa’s Point of View

The bringing of the ‘Time Dragon’ into Munchkinland was one of the most exciting events in our town’s history- even with being next door to the Emerald City. I think that it is a great idea; it will bring entertainment and good fortune. The puppets/figures shown at the base of it are very comical – and very life-like! I also believe that it possesses magical powers- the clock is forever stuck on one minute before judgement. The dragon itself is very real- its skin is made of painted green leather with silvery claws and ruby jewelled eyes. It also belches out a flaming orange substance that resembles fire.

Even though the clock is all of these great things; I see some dark in it too. This magic that it possesses cannot be trusted in the hands of these simple farmers of Munchkinland. Something tells me that it will go out of control. I am not the only one who feels this way. In fact, brother Frexspar feels very outraged that they are establishing it. He has tried to rebel and got injured in the process. I would have waited to speak in a calmer manor. This is what he deserved for getting physical to solve the issue. My sources say that he has been allowed to stay in the celar of a sympathetic old widow. They shouldn’t be able to find him there, and personally I hope they don’t! They will beat him horribly if anyone objects to the town’s new beacon and symbol.

I believe that the Time Dragon will be good for the town. However, I think that we will have to be careful with this new privilege. I also feel sorry for any poor soul who tries to object. For now I will try not to worry; just try to enjoy the show of our newest symbol of Munchkinland.