Poetry Response

  1. Choose one poem in which a single word seems crucial to that poem’s total effect and theme. Explain why
    and how that is the case. (Language)
  2. Choose one poem in which syntax (order of the words in a sentence) or the placement of words on a page
    seem especially key to the poem’s overall effect and meaning. Explain why and how that is the case. (Syntax)
  3. Choose one poem and explore the meaning and effect of its context. How does the context of the poem
    influence the meaning? Why is this relationship between context and meaning particularly powerful? Explain.
    (Context)
  4. Choose one poem that uses personification. What is the effect of personification in this example? How does
    this amplify the poem? Explain. (Personification)
  5. Choose one poem in which the writer does something interesting with form. How does it work to enhance
    the poem? (Form)

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