Discussion

Questions


Area of Focus of Analysis and Explication Paper as given by Prof
How does the figurative language used by the poem aim to stimulate the readers
imagination?
In what ways to specific details in the poem develop major themes and motifs of the
poem?
What effect does structure have on the experience of meaning in the poem?
Identify how imagery is used to develop major themes and motifs in the poem.
What effect does structure have on the experience of meaning in the poem?
Identify how imagery is used to develop major themes and motifs in the poem.
In what ways does the tone shift throughout the poem?
What relationship exists between punctuation, syntax and meaning in this poem?
How are sound effects employed in this poem?
In what ways does the final line or stanza change your understanding of the poem as a whole?
How does stanza structure reflect the development of the poems subject?
How is the character of the speaker revealed through the diction employed?
Comment on how atmosphere is created in this poem and what the effects of it are

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