How does the sound or language contribute to the poem’s meaning? Does the rhythm affect what the poet is trying to convey? What kinds of words are used? Are there words with double meanings?
As you read your poems look for clues 1.What is the theme of the poem? What is the poet trying to say? What is the poem about? 2.What happens in the poem? Are conflicts or themes introduced? Resolved? 3.Who is the speaker? What is the “point of view” or perspective of the speaker? The perspective […]
