1. Key Terms Quiz--when you finish, place in black bin and complete Journal #10 in your notebook. (Click on "Journal Entries" on the right under Writing; review the instructions and scroll down to #10. You do not need to copy the prompt.)
2. Wrap-up Poem Discussion (Dickinson Theme)
3. You will be writing your own poem--find the prompt on the "Poetry Intro Notes" document.
*Listen to some examples of the way poetry uses sound, and is close to music--(Mr. Kirkendall's class)--
- Mr. K's beat-drop over "Inversnaid."
- The musical quality of two Joyce poems.
- Mr. K's sample--"The Avocado."
Creative Assignment:
Write a poem that uses at least one symbol, one sample of figurative language, and imagery to develop a theme related to nature. Consider mimicking the form of one of the poems or poets that we have read.
*Write at least 20 lines; if you choose to do haiku, this still applies--that would mean writing about 10 haiku.
*If a theme related to nature isn't working for you, consider a theme related to God (think of Hopkins), a virtue (think of Dickenson's "Hope"), or human relationships (think of Burns and Browning).
*Take your time. Focus on the sounds. Use at least one symbol, one piece of figurative language, and at least one sample of imagery. Good poems have a lot of these, and often they are repeated and/or extended throughout the poem.
*Consider sketching an image that will help you envision what you want to portray.
Poem--20 points.
A--weaves together symbols, figurative language, and imagery to seamlessly portray a single theme; the sounds and sights of the poem contribute exceptionally well to the poem's overall meaning.
B--weaves together symbols, figurative language, and imagery to portray a single theme; the sounds and sights of the poem contribute to the poem's overall meaning.
C--includes one symbol, one sample of figurative language, and one use of imagery focused on a single theme; each element contributes to the poem's meaning.
D--contains 2 out of the three of these: symbol, figurative language, imagery; focuses on too many themes, or does not develop a theme clearly. Sights and sounds of the poem detract from the meaning.
F--missing 2 or all of the required elements: symbol, figurative language, imagery; theme is entirely unclear, and meaning is too obscure for meaningful engagement with the poem.
*Bring a rough draft ready for peer critique and feedback on Monday. You may handwrite or type your draft, but I recommend handwriting for the first draft in order to help your focus and concentration. The final poem is due Tuesday, and it must be printed and turned in physically.
*If you would like to submit your poem to be considered for publishing in The Vista, please make a note of that on the back of your printed poem, create a Google Doc containing the poem with your name and period on it, and share it with me.
HW--Finish a rough draft of the poem by Monday. Final Draft due Tuesday (typed and printed, MLA heading--name, teacher, class, date).
Purchase Great Expectations and have it ready to read by 11/2.
Stay on Indie reading pace.
Optional re-write of Lit Analysis Essay 2 due Block day next week. Type and print, MLA format.
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