ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of poetry?
How does a reader analyze a poem for understanding and meaning?
How can we connect poetry to the world and our lives?
How do words create visual images & meaning for the reader?
How are literary devices used to enhance poetry and its meaning?
What is the intended purpose of the speaker in a poem?
What is the tone? How is tone important?
Why is diction important to understanding poetry?
How does the structure of a poem create or enhance meaning?
RESOURCES
Sample TPCASTT Markup (and explanation)
Different Ways to Analyze a Poem
Poetry Essay Assignment
Sample Poetry Essay (on Ozymandias)
Poetry Essay Rubric
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