TIPCASTT

Title:  without reading the poem write 2 sentences about what clues the title gives about the poem. __________________________________________________________

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Read the poem.

Imagery: what pictures form in your mind? Use all your senses. ________________________________________________________________________

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Read the poem again.

Paraphrase: put in your own words what the poem is about.  Write at least two sentences explaining each stanza—use detail.  Use the back if you need it.

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Connotation: Pick 5 important words from the poem. In a web form write five words you associate with each word.

 

           

Attitude of poet (TONE):  What perspective or feelings does the poet have about the subject? Write one sentence. _______________________________________________

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Symbols:  Are there any symbols in the poem and what could they represent? Choose two symbols and explain._____________________ ______________________________

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Title—again—What does it mean? Add one more statement: _____________________

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Read the poem again.

Theme:  What is the poet trying to say about life? ______________________________

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