Analyzing Poetry #2

Question 1

(2) Step 1

Answer 1

Read several times

Question 2

(2) Step 2

Answer 2

Get an overview: find the tone, emotion and/or atmosphere (T. E. A)

Question 3

(2) Step 3

Answer 3

Examine:
Diction
Rhyme scheme (if any)
Rhythm 
How the primary (and secondary) emotions were created
Poetic devices
-metaphors/similes 
-alliteration
-repetition
-irony
-personification 
-imagery
-onomatopoeia

Question 4

(2) Step 4

Answer 4

Theme - topic and statement

Question 5

(2) Step 5

Answer 5

Reflect