Yr 10: Pre 1914 Poetry essay

Here you go then, the guide for your second essay year 10. These sections are not yet in any particular order- you need to decide which order you think is appropriate according to your ideas

Compare and Contrast the Poems: ‘A London Fete’ by Coventry Patmore and ‘A Case of Murder’ by Vernon Scannell.


Diction:
has the poet chosen to use any particular type (or pattern) of words?

Rhyme:
Has the poet used any Rhyme? Is there a pattern? What is the effect of this?

Imagery:
What imagery has the poet used? (metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration etc) is it aural or visual? Why do you think he has done this?

Purpose:
Why do you think the poet wrote this poem? Do you think he had a message/ moral he wanted to share with people?

Shape/structure:
How has the poet structure the poem? Why do you think he has done it this way? Do there seem to be any changes in the poem (time/ perspective/ person etc)?

Mood:
What is the mood or tone of the poem? How does the poet create this feeling?

Other:
Is there anything else you think is interesting or important? E.g. what does the title make you think of?

Rhythm:
What is the rhythm or pace of the poem like? What is the effect of this?

Good Luck- the deadline in Tuesday, January 20th .Please come and see me or usethe blog if you have any questions.