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Structure

Meaning

Imagery

Language

Effect

Focus questions

Meaning

  • What is the overall theme or message of the poem?
  • How does the title relate to the poem's meaning?
  • What emotions or moods are expressed?
  • Are there any ambiguities that add complexity?

Focus questions

Language

  • What language features or devices are used?
  • How do word choices contribute to tone and meaning?
  • How does the language relate to the cultural context?
  • How can students analyze the poet's word choices?

Focus questions

Imagery

  • What striking images are present, and how do they contribute to the mood?
  • How does the poet use metaphor, simile, or symbolism?
  • Are there recurring motifs or images?
  • How can students visualize the images in the poem?

Focus questions

Effect

  • What emotions does the poem evoke?
  • How do structure, meaning, imagery, and language contribute to the effect?
  • What lines or passages create a strong impact?
  • How can students reflect on their personal responses?

Focus questions

Structure

  • How is the poem organized (stanzas, lines, rhyme)?
  • Are there any shifts in structure, and what effect do they have?
  • How does the structure guide the reader's attention?
  • How does the form of the poem reflect its content?