In the poem “When I Went to the Circus”, Lawrence explores the impact of technology on humanity. Read the poem carefully and in a well-organized essay, analyze how the author uses poetic elements and techniques to communicate his view on this impact.
– Responds to the prompt with a thesis that presents a defensible interpretation of
the poem.
– EVIDENCE:
Provides specific evidence to
support all claims in a line of
reasoning.
AND
COMMENTARY:
Consistently explains how the
evidence supports a line of
reasoning.
AND
Explains how multiple literary
elements or techniques in the
poem contribute to its meaning.
– Demonstrates sophistication of thought and/or develops a complex literary
argument