Poetry Analytical Writing The Watch Prompt PROMPT Using

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Poetry & Analytical Writing

Poetry & Analytical Writing

“The Watch” Prompt PROMPT: Using Cornford’s poem “The Watch, ” explain how the poet

“The Watch” Prompt PROMPT: Using Cornford’s poem “The Watch, ” explain how the poet establishes theme using alliteration, onomatopoeia, and rhyme. Develop a three-pronged thesis statement that answers this question. Be sure to include the actual theme in your thesis statement.

“The Watch” Thesis Review 0 Pass up your thesis statements! 0 Thesis statements will

“The Watch” Thesis Review 0 Pass up your thesis statements! 0 Thesis statements will be re-distributed. 0 Read your NEW thesis statement. 0 Determine the strengths and weaknesses of thesis statement. Write down the strengths and weaknesses on the paper. 0 Get ready to move, read, and share!

“Identity” Writing Prompt PROMPT: Using Polanco’s poem “Identity, ” explain how the poet establishes

“Identity” Writing Prompt PROMPT: Using Polanco’s poem “Identity, ” explain how the poet establishes theme using similes, metaphors, and imagery. For your homework, please produce/write: 0 1 thesis statement 0 1 topic sentence 0 1 useful quote -- “text / text” (line). 0 1 analysis of the quote (think about how the literary device contributes to the development of the poem’s theme).

Sample Thesis Statement Individuality is clearly displayed through the narrator’s metaphors. üWrite down the

Sample Thesis Statement Individuality is clearly displayed through the narrator’s metaphors. üWrite down the strengths and weaknesses. üStand up and share your thoughts with a classmate!

Model Thesis Statement Please record this example! Although many literary devices enhance theme in

Model Thesis Statement Please record this example! Although many literary devices enhance theme in Polanco’s “Identity”, theme “xyz” is best established by the use of similes, metaphors, and imagery.

STOP! Revise the sample thesis statement! Stand up and share it with a classmate!

STOP! Revise the sample thesis statement! Stand up and share it with a classmate!

Sample Topic Sentence Individuality is shown by the strong metaphors the narrator uses. üWrite

Sample Topic Sentence Individuality is shown by the strong metaphors the narrator uses. üWrite down the strengths and weaknesses. üStand up and share your thoughts with a classmate!

Model Topic Sentence Please record this example! Metaphors are used abundantly throughout the poem

Model Topic Sentence Please record this example! Metaphors are used abundantly throughout the poem in order to create theme.

STOP! Revise the sample topic sentence! Stand up and share it with a classmate!

STOP! Revise the sample topic sentence! Stand up and share it with a classmate!

Sample Quote/Analysis “I’d rather be a tall, ugly weed, / clinging on cliffs, like

Sample Quote/Analysis “I’d rather be a tall, ugly weed, / clinging on cliffs, like an eagle” (4 -5). Now…offer an analysis. Be sure to connect your evidence back to theme.

STOP! Stand up and share your analysis with a classmate!

STOP! Stand up and share your analysis with a classmate!

Analysis Review Let’s review a few samples of analysis underneath the Elmo!

Analysis Review Let’s review a few samples of analysis underneath the Elmo!

Due For Monday: For 10 writing points: Write a revised thesis statement and one

Due For Monday: For 10 writing points: Write a revised thesis statement and one complete body paragraph. Your body paragraph should include only one quote.