Analyze Figurative Language in a Poem

Write an essay in which you analyze the figurative

language in a poem from this unit.

• State which poem you chose, and explain why you

chose it.

• Identify a key metaphor, simile, or other example

of figurative language in the poem. Explain why

this figurative language is important to the poem’s

meaning.

• Analyze the meaning of the figurative language.

Explain your analysis clearly.

• Explain how the figurative language contributes to

the tone of the poem. For example, explain how

the poet’s word choices build or maintain a sense

of formality or informality. Cite details to support

your ideas.

• Edit your essay for correct punctuation and

spelling.