Reference no: EM132718118

Symbolism and Metaphor

Prompt:

Choose a new poem to analyze from the assigned reading list, and title your post with the poem's title. (The reading list is found in the Syllabus, and all of our course readings are in the class eBooks. Click on the book's title in the Syllabus.) Do not use the poem you analyzed in Week 1's discussion or essay assignment. You may use the following questions to develop a paragraph response to your new poem, or you may discuss another more appropriate literary element (e.g., imagery, characterization, theme) as best fits your selection:

What are some of the key symbols and/or metaphors in the poem, and how are they used?

What are some of the meanings they convey to readers?

How do these elements enrich the poem and deepen your understanding of its themes?

Tips

Remember to provide evidence for your claims in the form of quoted passages from the poem. 

When you are responding to the posts of your classmates:

Discuss any similarities or differences you have with their interpretations.

Did their conclusions help you to see the poem any differently than your first impression of the work?

Elaborate on any key points.