Sample Prompts for Poetry Analysis:

 

Sample Prompts for Poetry Analysis:

General Analysis:

• Theme: Identify the central theme(s) of the poem. How does the poet develop and convey this theme through literary devices and techniques?
• Speaker: Analyze the speaker's voice, attitude, and perspective. How do these elements contribute to the overall meaning of the poem?
• Structure and Form: Explain how the poem's structure, such as rhyme scheme, meter, and stanza form, contributes to its meaning and effect.
• Figurative Language: Identify and analyze the use of figurative language, such as metaphors, similes, personification, and symbolism. Explain how these devices contribute to the poem's meaning and imagery.

Specific Focus:

• Shift and Turn: Identify any shifts or turns in the poem's argument, tone, or mood. Explain how these contribute to the poem's overall meaning and effect.
• Sound and Rhythm: Analyze the use of sound devices such as assonance, consonance, and onomatopoeia. How do these elements contribute to the poem's musicality and meaning?
• Historical Context: Consider the historical and cultural context in which the poem was written. How does this context influence the poem's meaning and interpretation?
• Comparison and Contrast: Compare and contrast this poem with another poem on a similar theme or by the same poet. Explain how the poets use language and literary devices differently.

Creative Prompts:

• Rewrite the poem: Rewrite a section of the poem from a different point of view, such as from the perspective of another character or object in the poem.
• Modernize the language: Rewrite the poem using modern language while preserving its original meaning and form.
• Create a visual representation: Create a piece of art, such as a painting, drawing, or sculpture, inspired by the poem.

Remember: These are just a few examples, and you can modify or combine them to create your own unique prompts based on the specific poem you are analyzing.