Analysing the poem 'The Jewellery Maker'
I can explain how Parker uses language and structure to present her viewpoint.
Analysing the poem 'The Jewellery Maker'
I can explain how Parker uses language and structure to present her viewpoint.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The title 'The Jewellery Maker' conveys an importance onto the maker that could be considered ironic.
- The natural imagery in the poem creates a god-like impression of the maker.
- The figurative language in the poem creates a tense tone in the poem.
- The heat imagery in the poem could represent both the warmth and anger of the maker.
- The irregularity of the poem could refer to the creativity of the maker or his conflicting emotions around his work.
Common misconception
That the order of the poem doesn't matter.
The order of the poem impacts when we are exposed to different ideas and emotions which influences the overall tone and meaning of the poem.
Keywords
Marginalised - to be treated as if you are not important, peripheral and isolated
Ironic - the juxtaposition of what on the surface appears to be the case and what is actually the case
Contrast - an obvious difference between two or more things
Tone - the overall mood or attitude conveyed by the writer’s use of language and structure
Figurative language - uses words and ideas to suggest meaning and create mental images
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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