5 - Practice in Close Reading and Annotating Poems (Enhanced)
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Practice Questions
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What are the three reasons we should read a poem multiple times?
💡 Hint: Think about how what you focus on changes with each reading.
What does it mean to annotate a poem?
💡 Hint: Consider how you might keep track of your thoughts as you read.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Why is it important to read a poem multiple times?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how your interpretation might change every time you read.
True or False: Annotation is only used for identifying metaphors.
💡 Hint: Consider the various aspects of a poem we discuss.
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Challenge Problems
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Select a poem and perform a detailed close reading. Write an analysis focusing on figurative language, imagery, and structure, then present your findings in a Socratic Seminar.
💡 Hint: Use the questions we practiced to guide your analysis.
Create a comprehensive annotation guide including symbols for figurative language, sound devices, and thematic tracking. Use this guide while reading a new poem.
💡 Hint: Consider which symbols will help you quickly identify each element.
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