Exploring titles in unseen poetry
I can explore the significance of titles in unseen poetry.
Exploring titles in unseen poetry
I can explore the significance of titles in unseen poetry.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The poem's title can be used to clarify the meaning of the poem in terms of themes and subject matter.
- You can analyse the title of the poem alongside your analysis of the quotes.
- A poem's title often gives an indication of the atmosphere and tone.
Keywords
Rendezvous - a meeting at an agreed time and place
Monosyllabic - (of a word or utterance) consisting of one syllable
Plosive - sounds articulated with an abrupt release of air like 'p', 'b', 'd', or 't'.
Sombre - having or conveying a feeling of deep seriousness and sadness
Polysyllabic - (of a word) having more than one syllable
Common misconception
That titles shouldn't form a part of your analysis.
The title forms our first impression of the poem and therefore is a rich area for analysis.
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