Appreciating Poetry

1. Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

Line by Line Paraphrase:

Paraphrase of Stanza 1 

I think I know who owns these woods. He lives in the village, not here. He will not see me stopping here to watch the snow filling his woods.

Paraphrase of Stanza 2 

My horse must find it strange to stop here because there is no farmhouse nearby. We have stopped between the woods and a frozen lake and it is the darkest evening of the year.

Paraphrase of Stanza 3 

My horse shakes his harness bells. It seems he’s asking me if anything is wrong. The only other sound is the blowing of soft wind and falling of snowflakes.

Paraphrase of Stanza 4 

The woods are lovely, dark, and deep. But I have many things to do before I take rest. I have to go a long way before I sleep.

Theme:

In the poem, we see the poet riding through snowy woods. He stops to enjoy the beautiful, quiet scene. Snow is falling, and the woods look magical. The poet feels calm and peaceful. His horse is confused about why they stopped because there is no house or farmhouse nearby. The man loves how the woods look in the snow, but he remembers he has many things to do. He still has a long journey ahead before he can rest. So, he decides to keep going, even though the woods are lovely.

Actually the poem has two meanings: one is the surface meaning and the other is the inner meaning. The surface meaning is that we have a lot of things to do before we can rest or sleep at night. But the inner meaning is that we have many goals, duties, or responsibilities to complete in life before we take the "final rest" of life; that is before our death.

Questionnaire:

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What does the poet see in the woods?

• Answer: The poet sees lovely, dark and deep woods.

ii. Why does the poet stop by the woods?

• Answer: The poet stops to look at the beautiful woods.

iii. How does the snow make the poet feel?

• Answer: The snow makes the poet feel calm and peaceful.

iv. What does the poet say he has to do before he can rest?

• Answer: The poet says he has miles to go before he can rest.

v. What time of day is it in the poem?

• Answer: It is evening.

vi. What do the woods symbolize in the poem? 

• Answer: The woods symbolize something mysterious. 

vii. What is the significance of the poem's final lines? 

• Answer: Actually the final lines have two meanings: one is the surface meaning and the other is the inner meaning. The surface meaning is that we have a lot of things to do before we can rest or sleep. But the inner meaning is that we have many goals, duties, or responsibilities to complete in life before we take the "final rest" of life; that is before our death.

viii. How does Frost depict the relationship between nature and the traveler? 

• Answer: The traveler feels calm and peaceful in nature, but he also has to complete his journey before it is night. 

iv. What emotions does the setting of the snowy woods evoke in the reader?

• Answer: The snowy woods make the reader feel calm and thoughtful, but also a little sad.

b) Read the poem again and identify 2 metaphors and 3 imagery used in the poem. Then explain the purpose of their uses. 2x5 =10

Metaphors: 

1. "Miles to go before I sleep" - here "Miles to go" is metaphor for life’s journey

• Purpose: This shows that a man has many things to do before he can rest.

2. "Miles to go before I sleep" - here "sleep" is metaphor for death. 

• Purpose: This shows that a man has many things to do before his death.

3. "Whose woods these are I think I know" - here "woods" is metaphor for the world.

• Purpose: This shows that the world is lovely but mysterious.

4. "Easy wind and downy flake" - here "Easy wind and downy flake" is metaphor for softness and gentleness

• Purpose: This shows that the world is full of joy and beauty.

5. "Whose woods these are" - here "Whose woods these are" is metaphor for mystery and wonder.

• Purpose: This shows that the world is  mysterious. 

Imagery:

1. “easy wind and downy flake”

• Purpose: The poet uses these images to show the beauty and quietness of nature in winter.

2. "between the woods and frozen lake"

• Purpose: The poet uses these images to show that the place is empty and quiet, far from other people.

3. "He gives his harness bells a shake."

• Purpose: The poet uses these images to show that it is unusual to stop in such a quiet, empty place, which adds mystery to the poem's theme.

c) How does the poem make you feel? 10

• Answer: The poem makes me feel calm. I think the snow is very quiet and soft. I like to imagine the snowy woods. The poet stops to look, and I like that. It feels peaceful to look at nature. The woods are very still. I like that the poet takes a moment to rest. Snow makes everything quiet. I feel happy thinking about the snow. I want to visit snowy woods like this.

Or,

• Answer: The poem makes me feel calm. It is peaceful to imagine the quiet woods. I like how the poet stops to think about life. The snow makes everything feel soft and quiet. The traveler is alone, and that makes me think about being alone too. Even though he stops, he knows he has to keep going. It feels like he has a lot of work to do before he can rest. The woods are both peaceful and a little scary. I like the idea of stopping in nature to think. The poem makes me think about my own journey in life.

2. Tree At My Window

Line-by-Line Paraphrase:

Paraphrase of Stanza 1 

There is a tree outside my window. At night, I close the window. But I hope there were nothing to block my view between the tree and me.

Paraphrase of Stanza 2 

The top of the tree looks soft and dreamy, like it is coming out of the earth. The tree is as light and spread out as a cloud. Even though the leaves make noise, The sounds aren’t serious or deep.

Paraphrase of Stanza 3 

Tree, I’ve seen you bend and sway in the wind. And if you have see me at night, you must have seen that I have same bad times like you, and sometimes I feel almost lost.

Paraphrase of Stanza 4 

One day, it felt that something made us (the poet and the tree) connect. It felt like fate was bringing us together. You, tree, deal with the weather outside, and I deal with my bad thoughts and feelings inside me.

Main Theme

• The poem is about a tree outside the poet's window. He feels a close connection to this tree. He wants nothing, like a curtain, to separate them. The tree seems like a living friend to him. He sees the tree bending and shaking in the wind. He thinks the tree may have seen him when he was struggling with his inner thoughts too. He compares his own life struggles to the tree being tossed by the wind. Both the tree and the speaker face difficult moments. The tree’s struggles are outside in nature, and his are inside his mind. In this way, the poem shows a bond between nature and human emotions.

i. Who is standing by the poet's window?

• Answer: A tree is standing by the poet's window.

ii. How does the poet feel about the tree?

• Answer: The poet feels calm and connected to the tree.

iii. What does the window separate?

• Answer: The window separates the poet and the tree.

iv. What is one thing the poet and the tree have in common?

• Answer: Both the poet and the tree experience hard times.

v. Why does the poet look at the tree?

• Answer: The poet looks at the tree because it is close and special to him.

vi. What is the significance of the tree in the poem? 

• Answer: The tree is a symbol of nature and the outside world. 

vii. How does Frost compare his inner life to the external world in this poem? 

• Answer:  The poet says that his inner life is disturbed by thoughts and the external world is disturbed by rough weather. 

viii. What does the window represent in the context of the poem? 

• Answer: The window is a barrier between the poet and the tree. It is also a barrier between inside world and outside world. 

ix. How does the poet explore the connection between humans and nature? 

• Answer: The poet feels that nature has a close connection with human. 

x. What emotions does the poet express about the tree outside his window?

• Answer: The poet feels calm and thoughtful about the tree outside his window.

b) Read the poem again, and identify 2 metaphors and 3 images used in the poem. Then explain the purpose of their uses. 2x5 =10

Metaphors: 

1. "Vague dream head lifted out of the ground"

• Purpose: The tree's top looks like a dreamy head, making us imagine it's alive and thinking.

2. "Thing next most diffuse to cloud"

• Purpose: The tree is compared to a cloud, making us think about how its branches spread out and move gently.

3. "Not all your light tongues talking aloud"

• Purpose: The tree's leaves and branches are compared to tongues, making us think about how the tree "talks" when the wind blows.

4. "Your head so much concerned with outer, Mine with inner, weather"

• Purpose: The tree is concerned with the weather outside, while the poet is thinking about his feelings inside.

Imagery:

1. "Tree at my window, window tree"

• Purpose: This imagery makes us see the tree right outside the window, showing its closeness to the poet.

2. "My sash is lowered when night comes on"

• Purpose: This helps us imagine the window being closed at night, separating the tree and the poet.

3. "Taken and tossed"

• Purpose: This imagery helps us picture the tree being blown around by the wind.

4. "Taken and swept, And all but lost"

• Purpose: This makes us imagine the poet feeling overwhelmed and almost lost, just like the tree in a storm.

c) How does the poem make you feel? 10

• Answer: The poem makes me feel calm. The poet is friends with the tree. I like how the poet talks to the tree. The tree is outside, but close to him. They seem to understand each other. I like looking out the window at trees too. It makes me think trees are special. The poet feels safe with the tree nearby. I feel happy thinking about nature. I want to be friends with trees too.

Or:

• Answer: The poem makes me feel peaceful. The poet and the tree seem to have a quiet connection. I like how the poet talks about the tree as if it is his friend. It feels like the tree understands him, even if it cannot talk. The window reminds me that we sometimes feel separate from nature. The tree stands strong outside, even when things are difficult. The poem shows how nature and people can feel the same emotions. I feel calm when I imagine looking at the tree through a window. It is nice to think that nature is always there with us. The poem makes me think about the beauty of simple things, like trees.

3. Under the Greenwood Tree

Line by Line Paraphrase:

Paraphrase: 

Under the green tree, anyone who likes resting with me and singing happy songs with birds, come here, come here, come here. 

Here he will see no enemy but cold winter and rough weather.

A man who does not seek power or fame, enjoys living in the sun, and is pleased with whatever he gets to eat, come here, come here, come here.

Here he will see no enemy but cold winter and rough weather.

Theme:

• The poem is about a peaceful life in nature. In the poem, Shakespeare invites people to live under the trees. Here, they can enjoy the beauty of nature. There are no human enemies. There is only winter and rough weather to face. Here, the poet invites those people who don’t want power and fame and love simple life. This life is free from greed and ambition. The poem shows that a life in nature brings peace and happiness.

Questionnaire:

i. Where does the poet say it is nice to live?

• Answer: The poet says it is nice to live in the woods.

ii. What can we hear in the woods?

• Answer: We can hear birds singing.

iii. Why does the poet think the woods are a good place?

• Answer: The poet thinks the woods are quiet and peaceful.

iv. Who can come to the woods, according to the poet?

• Answer: Anyone who wants peace can come to the woods.

v. What do we find under the greenwood tree?

• Answer: We find peace and happiness under the greenwood tree.

vi. What is the poet’s view of life in the woods as depicted in the poem? 

• Answer: The poet thinks life in the woods is simple and happy. 

vii. What are the pleasures of a simple, natural life according to the poem? 

• Answer: The pleasures of life in the woods are 'sweet bird's song', 'no enemy', etc. 

viii. How does Shakespeare use nature imagery to convey a peaceful existence? 

• Answer: Shakespeare uses images of nature, like trees and birds, to show how peaceful the forest is. 

ix. What values does the poem celebrate?

• Answer: The poem celebrates freedom, simplicity, and happiness in nature.

b) Read the poem again, and identify 3 metaphors and two imagery used in the poem. Then explain the purpose of their uses. 2x5 =10

Metaphor:

1. "Under the greenwood tree" - Metaphor for a peaceful, simple life

• Purpose: This shows that life in nature is calm and happy.

2. "Who doth ambition shun" - Metaphor for escaping city life

• Purpose: It shows that people who ignore power and wealth can find peace in nature.

3. "Here shall he see / No enemy" - Metaphor for safety and friendship in nature

• Purpose: This shows that the forest is a safe and friendly place.

4. "The sweet bird's throat" - Metaphor for chirping sound of birds

• Purpose: It shows that one can enjoy the sweet songs of birds in the forest.

Imagery:

1. The "greenwood tree" is a safe and quiet place.

• Purpose: Shakespeare uses these images to show that nature is a calm and safe place, with no human fights or worries.

2. "Sweet bird's throat" means the sound of birds singing, which feels happy and gentle.

• Purpose: Shakespeare uses these images to show that nature is a calm and safe place, with no human fights or worries.

c) How does the poem make you feel? 10

• The poem makes me feel happy. I like the idea of living in the woods. Birds singing is a happy sound. The woods feel peaceful and safe. It makes me want to be close to nature. I think the green trees are pretty. The poet is happy to live simply. It sounds calm and quiet in the woods. I feel good thinking about birds and trees. I want to visit a forest like this.

Or:

• The poem makes me feel happy and peaceful. I like the idea of living in the woods, close to nature. Life in the woods seems free and fun. The forest feels calm and safe in the poem. The trees and animals seem friendly. It is nice to think of a place where people live without problems. The poem shows how simple things can bring happiness. I feel relaxed when I think about the woods. The forest sounds like a nice place to escape from the world. The poem makes me want to spend more time in nature.

4. A Red, Red Rose

Paraphrase of Each Line:

Paraphrase of Stanza 1 

• My love for you is like a beautiful red rose. It is fresh and lovely, like a rose blooming in June. My love for you is like a sweet song. It is a song that sounds perfect and lovely.

Paraphrase of Stanza 2 

• You are very beautiful, my dear girl. I am deeply in love with you. I will keep loving you forever, my dear. I will love you until the oceans become dry.

Paraphrase of Stanza 3 

• Even if the seas become dry, my dear, and the rocks melt under the sun, I will still love you, my dear, as long as I live and breathe.

Paraphrase of Stanza 4 

• Goodbye, my only love! Goodbye only for a while! I will come back to you, my love, even if I have to travel very far (ten thousand miles) to reach you.

Theme of "A Red, Red Rose"

• The poet loves someone very much. He compares his love to a beautiful red rose. His love is fresh and pure, like a new flower. He also says his love is like a sweet song. The poet says he will love her forever. He will love her even if the seas dry up. He will love her even if the rocks melt under the sun. He says goodbye to her for a little while. But he promises to come back to her. He will come back even if it is very far away.

Questionnaire:

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What does the poet compare his love to?

• Answer: The poet compares his love to a red rose.

ii. How long does the poet say his love will last?

• Answer: The poet says his love will last forever.

iii. What does the poet want to show with the rose?

• Answer: The poet wants to show that his love is beautiful and fresh.

iv. How does the poet feel about the person he loves?

• Answer: The poet feels deep, strong love for the person.

v. What kind of love does the poet describe?

• Answer: The poet describes a love that is true and forever.

vi. How does the poet use the rose as a symbol of love? 

• Answer: The rose is a symbol of the poet’s deep love. 

vii. What emotions does the poet express in the poem? 

• Answer: The poet feels very strong, romantic love in the poem. 

viii. How does the poet depict the idea of timeless love? 

• Answer: The poet says his love will last forever, even as time goes by. 

ix. What imagery does Burns use to convey the intensity of his feelings? 

• Answer: Burns uses the image of a red rose to show how beautiful and passionate his love is. 

x. How does the use of similes in the poem strengthen its theme of love?

• Answer: The similes in the poem help the reader understand how deep and strong the poet's love is.

b) Read the poem again and identify 3 similes, metaphors and 2 images used in the poem. Then explain their effectiveness in conveying love's beauty and depth. 2x5=10

Simile:

1. Simile: "O my Luve is like a red, red rose"

• Purpose: This simile compares the speaker's love to a beautiful red rose. It shows that the love is fresh and lovely.

2. Simile: "O my Luve is like the melody that’s sweetly played in tune"

• Purpose: This simile compares the speaker's love to a sweet and harmonious melody. It shows that the love is pleasing and perfect.

Metaphor:

1. Metaphor: "Till a' the seas gang dry" - Metaphor for lasting love

• Purpose: It means the poet’s love will last forever, as long as the sea.

2. Metaphor: "And the rocks melt wi' the sun" - Metaphor for unchanging love

• Purpose: It shows that his love will last even if impossible things happen.

3. Metaphor: "Fare thee weel" - Metaphor for a loving goodbye

• Purpose: It shows the poet’s deep care even when he has to say goodbye.

Imagery:

1. Imagery: "newly sprung in June"

• Purpose: This imagery helps us imagine a fresh and beautiful rose blooming in June. It shows that the love is fresh and new.

2. Imagery: "Till a’ the seas gang dry"

• Purpose: This imagery helps us picture the seas drying up, which is impossible. It shows that the love will never end.

3.Imagery: "the rocks melt wi’ the sun"

• Purpose: This imagery helps us imagine rocks melting in the sun, which is also impossible. It shows that the love will last forever.

4. Imagery: "While the sands o’ life shall run"

• Purpose: This imagery helps us picture an hourglass running out of sand. It shows that the love will last as long as life itself.

c) How does the poem make you feel? 10

• The poem makes me feel happy. I like how the poet talks about love. The red rose sounds pretty. It makes me think of people I care about. The poet's love is very strong. The poem is sweet and simple. I feel warm inside when I read it. I like that the love lasts forever. It makes me think love is beautiful. The poem feels happy and kind.

Or:

• The poem makes me feel happy. I like how the poet talks about love. His love seems very strong and sweet. I like the image of the red rose because it shows beauty. It is nice to think that love can last forever. The poet’s feelings are very clear and simple. The poem makes me think about people I love. It shows how powerful and lasting love can be. The poem makes me feel warm inside. I think the poet is very romantic.

5. The World Is Like a Stage

Paraphrase of Each Line:

Theme of the Poem:

• Shakespeare says life is like a play on a stage. Each person has different roles in life. The first stage is being a baby who needs care. Next, the person becomes a young schoolboy. Then he becomes a lover with strong feelings. After that, he becomes a brave soldier. Later, he becomes a wise judge. In old age, he becomes thin and weak. The last stage is like being a child again. He forgets everything and loses his abilities.

Questions:

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What does the poet compare the world to?

• Answer: The poet compares the world to a stage.

ii. Who are the actors on this stage?

• Answer: People are the actors on this stage.

iii. How many stages of life does the poet describe?

• Answer: The poet describes seven stages of life.

iv. What happens to people in each stage?

• Answer: People change and grow in each stage.

v. What is the poet saying about life?

• Answer: The poet is saying that life is like a play.

b) Read the poem again, and identify 2 similes, 2 metaphors and 1 imagery used in the poem. Then explain the purpose of their uses. 2x5 =10

Simile:

1. Simile: "Creeping like snail"

• Purpose: This simile compares a schoolboy's slow walk to that of a snail. It shows that he is very slow and unwilling to go to school.

2. Simile: "Sighing like furnace"

• Purpose: This simile compares a lover's deep sigh to a hot furnace. It shows that the lover has strong, burning feelings.

3. Simile: "Bearded like the pard"

• Purpose: This simile compares a soldier's beard to that of a leopard. It shows that the soldier looks fierce and wild.

c) How does the poem make you feel? 10

• The poem makes me think about life. I like that life is like a play. We all act in different roles. I think everyone is an actor in life. Each stage is like a new chapter. People change as they get older. It is nice to think life is a performance. The poem is both happy and a little sad. I want to enjoy each stage of life. The poem feels fun and thoughtful.

Worksheet 2: I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What is the simile in the first line of the poem?

• The simile in the first line is "I wandered lonely as a cloud." It compares the poet to a lonely cloud in the sky.
  

ii. How does the poet describe the daffodils?

• The poet describes the daffodils as golden flowers that are "dancing" happily in the breeze.

iii. Identify an example of imagery from the second stanza.

• An example of imagery from the second stanza is "a host of golden daffodils," making us imagine a large group of bright yellow flowers.

iv. What feeling does the sight of the daffodils bring to the poet?

• Seeing the daffodils makes the poet feel joyful and connected to nature.

v. How does the poet use nature to reflect inner emotions?

• The poet uses nature to reflect his inner emotions by showing how the beauty of the daffodils changes his mood from loneliness to happiness.

b) Identify 1 simile and 1 metaphor in the poem and explain their effect. 2x5=10

• Simile: "I wandered lonely as a cloud" compares the poet to a cloud, showing he feels alone and free.
  
• Metaphor: "Continuous as the stars that shine" compares the daffodils to shining stars, making them seem endless and beautiful.

c) How does the poem make you feel about nature? Explain. 10

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that nature is beautiful and full of wonders. It describes a lot of daffodils dancing in the breeze. The flowers are bright and cheerful like stars. The scene makes me happy and peaceful. It shows how nature can make us feel better.

Answer in ten sentences: This poem makes me feel joyful about nature. The daffodils dancing in the breeze seem so cheerful and bright. It makes me think of how beautiful and alive nature is. The comparison to stars makes me feel like nature is magical. I feel calm when I imagine the flowers by the lake. Nature feels endless and full of wonders. The poem makes me appreciate the simple beauty around us. I feel happy thinking about the flowers waving like they are greeting me. It reminds me that nature can lift our spirits. The imagery of the daffodils is very vivid and pleasant. This poem makes me feel connected to the beauty of the natural world.

Worksheet 3: The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What metaphor does the poet use to describe choices in life?

• The metaphor the poet uses to describe choices in life is "two roads diverged." The roads represent different life choices.
  

ii. How does the poet describe the two roads?

• The poet describes the two roads as being similar, but one road is grassy and seems less traveled.

iii. Identify an example of imagery from the poem.

• An example of imagery is "yellow wood," which makes us picture a forest in autumn with golden leaves.

iv. What feeling does the poet express about making decisions?

• The poet expresses a feeling of uncertainty about making decisions but hopes his choice will make a difference in his life.

v. How does the metaphor of the road represent life's journey?

• The metaphor of the road represents life’s journey and the choices we must make, even though we don’t know where they will lead.

b) Identify 1 simile and 1 metaphor in the poem and explain their meaning. 2x5=10

• Simile: The roads are not described using a simile in this poem.
  
• Metaphor: "Two roads diverged" is a metaphor for choices in life, showing that each choice can lead us down a different path.

c) What do you think the poet is saying about decisions? 10

Answer in five sentences: The poet is saying that choices are important. He talks about choosing a path in the woods. Each path is different and leads to different places. Our choices shape our future. The poem shows that making decisions can be hard but important.

Answer in ten sentences: The poet is saying that making decisions is important and can shape our lives. It makes me think about how we have to choose our own paths. The poem shows that every decision has its own journey. It reminds me that sometimes choices are difficult. I feel that the poet values thinking carefully before deciding. It shows that different paths can lead to different experiences. The poem suggests that we should not regret our choices. It makes me understand that our decisions define us. The poet encourages us to be brave in making decisions. It highlights that each choice can be meaningful and unique.

Worksheet 4: The Tyger by William Blake

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What metaphor does the poet use to describe the tiger?

• The poet uses the metaphor of "burning bright" to describe the tiger as powerful and fierce, like a bright flame.
  

ii. How does the poet describe the tiger's power?

• The poet describes the tiger's power by talking about its "fearful symmetry" and asking who could create such a strong and dangerous creature.

iii. Identify an example of imagery from the poem.

• An example of imagery is "burnt the fire of thine eyes," which makes us imagine the tiger’s glowing, fierce eyes.

iv. What is the poet’s attitude towards the tiger?

• The poet’s attitude toward the tiger is one of awe and mystery. He is both amazed and afraid of the tiger’s strength.

v. How does the imagery create a sense of mystery and awe?

• The imagery, like "burning bright" and "fearful symmetry," creates a sense of mystery and awe around the tiger, making it seem powerful and untouchable.

b) Identify 2 metaphors and 1 simile from the poem and explain them. 2x5=10

• Metaphor: "Burning bright" compares the tiger to a flame, showing its strength and fierceness.
  
• Metaphor: "Fearful symmetry" compares the tiger’s body to something perfect and scary.
• Simile: There is no direct simile in this part of the poem.

c) How does the poem make you feel about the tiger? 10

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that the tiger is both beautiful and scary. It describes the tiger’s bright, fiery eyes. The poet wonders how such a fierce animal was created. The tiger seems powerful and mysterious. It makes me think about the strength of nature.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel that the tiger is both beautiful and frightening. It describes the tiger’s bright and powerful appearance. The tiger seems mysterious and strong. I feel a sense of wonder about how the tiger was created. The poem makes me think about the balance between beauty and danger in nature. The tiger’s eyes and fiery image are very striking. It gives me the idea that the tiger is a symbol of strength. The poem also makes me curious about the tiger’s origins. I feel a mix of awe and fear when I think about the tiger. The poem shows the tiger as a majestic and formidable creature.

Worksheet 5: Ozymandias by Percy Bysshe Shelley

a) Answer the following questions. 2x5=10

i. What is the significance of the imagery in the opening lines?

• The imagery in the opening lines, "Two vast and trunkless legs of stone," shows how big the statue is and makes us imagine its ruins standing alone in the desert.
  

ii. What metaphor does the poet use to describe the ruins of the statue?

• The metaphor for the ruins of the statue is "colossal Wreck," showing that the statue was once huge and powerful but is now destroyed.

iii. How does the poet use imagery to describe the passage of time?

• The poet uses imagery like "boundless and bare" to show how time has passed, leaving only ruins in the endless desert.

iv. What is the message behind the words on the pedestal?

• The message behind the words on the pedestal is that Ozymandias was a very proud king, but now his kingdom is gone, showing that even powerful rulers are forgotten with time.

v. How does the poem reflect on human pride and power?

• The poem reflects on human pride and power by showing that even great kings like Ozymandias are eventually forgotten, and their empires turn to dust.

b) Identify 2 metaphors and 1 simile from the poem and explain their meaning. 2x5=10

• Metaphor: "Colossal Wreck" describes the ruins of the statue, showing how great power can be destroyed by time.
  
• Metaphor: "The hand that mocked them" means the sculptor's work made fun of the king’s pride.
• Simile: There is no direct simile in this part of the poem.

c) How does the poem make you feel about time and power? 10

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me think that time and power don't last forever. It talks about a broken statue in the desert. The king’s great power is now just ruins. Nature has taken over. It shows that even the strongest people can be forgotten.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel that time and power are temporary. It shows that even great rulers can be forgotten. The broken statue makes me think about how nothing lasts forever. It makes me feel that power can be an illusion. The poem reminds me that time changes everything. I feel a bit sad seeing how Ozymandias's works are now ruins. The message is that time can erase all achievements. It makes me think about the importance of humility. The poem shows that time is more powerful than any king. It highlights the idea that nothing is permanent.

Worksheet 6: "The Ballad of the Harp-Weaver" by Edna St. Vincent Millay

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use simile to describe the boy?

• The poet compares the boy's size to being "knee-high," meaning he is very small.

ii. What imagery does the poet use to describe poverty?

• The poet uses images like "nothing in the house" and "a loaf-end of rye" to show that they have very little, almost nothing.

iii. What emotions are conveyed in the mother's words?

• The mother’s words show sadness, worry, and love for her child.

iv. How does the metaphor of the harp add to the poem’s meaning?

• The harp, which nobody will buy, represents the mother’s struggle to provide for her child despite her efforts.

v. What does the image of the crying mother symbolize?

• The crying mother symbolizes despair and helplessness in the face of poverty.

b) Identify 1 simile and 1 metaphor in the poem and explain their purpose:

• Simile: "When I was knee-high" compares the boy’s height to something small, showing he was a little child.
• Metaphor: The harp with a woman's head represents the beauty and value of things that go unnoticed, like the mother's sacrifices.

c) What feelings does the poem evoke about family and hardship?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel sad but also shows love. It talks about a mother who has nothing for her child. She cries because she cannot make clothes for him. It shows how hard life can be. Despite the hardship, the mother loves her child deeply.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel sympathy for the boy and his mother. It shows how hard life can be for families with little money. The mother's love for her son is very strong. I feel sad that they don't have enough clothes or food. The poem highlights the sacrifices parents make for their children. It makes me think about the struggles many families face. The mother’s tears show her deep concern and love. I feel a sense of tenderness between the mother and son. The poem evokes a feeling of resilience in the face of hardship. It makes me appreciate the strength of family bonds.

Worksheet 7: "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet describe the woods using imagery?

• The poet describes the woods as "filling up with snow" and "dark," creating a peaceful and quiet scene.

ii. What is the simile used to describe the horse’s action?

• There isn’t a direct simile for the horse, but the horse shakes its bells as if asking if there is a mistake.

iii. What feeling does the imagery of the woods create?

• The woods create a feeling of calmness, solitude, and reflection.

iv. How does the poet use nature to reflect inner thoughts?

• The quiet and stillness of the snowy woods reflect the poet’s deep contemplation and peace.

v. How does the poem convey the theme of contemplation?

• The poet stops in the woods to think and reflect, showing how quiet moments in nature lead to deep thoughts.

b) Identify 1 simile and 2 examples of imagery and explain them:

• Simile: The horse might think it’s strange to stop in the woods at night.
• Imagery: "The woods fill up with snow" creates a picture of snowfall.
• Imagery: "The sweep of easy wind" gives a sense of soft, peaceful sounds.

c) How does the poem make you feel about peaceful moments?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel calm and peaceful. It describes quiet woods filled with snow. The poet stops to enjoy the beauty of nature. The scene is very quiet and still. It shows the importance of taking time to enjoy peaceful moments.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel calm and peaceful. It describes a quiet moment in the woods. The falling snow creates a serene scene. I imagine the stillness and beauty of the woods. It makes me appreciate quiet times. The gentle sounds mentioned are soothing. The poem shows the importance of taking a pause. It makes me feel the simple joy of observing nature. The horse’s presence adds to the quiet companionship. The poem gives me a sense of tranquility and reflection.

Worksheet 8: "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe (excerpt)

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use imagery to describe the setting?

• The poet describes "midnight dreary" and "bleak December," creating a dark, sad atmosphere.

ii. What is the significance of the simile "weak and weary"?

• It shows how tired and sad the speaker feels.

iii. Identify the metaphor in the phrase "dying ember." What does it suggest?

• "Dying ember" is a metaphor for fading hope, suggesting the speaker feels his life or happiness is burning out.

iv. How does the imagery in the poem create a mood of sadness?

• The words "midnight," "dreary," and "bleak" all create a gloomy and sad feeling.

v. What is the theme of the poem based on the imagery and metaphors?

• The theme is loss, sadness, and being haunted by memories, especially of a loved one like Lenore.

b) Identify 1 simile and 2 examples of imagery and explain their effect:

• Simile: "Weak and weary" shows the speaker is emotionally drained.
• Imagery: "Midnight dreary" creates a dark and lonely setting.
• Imagery: "Bleak December" emphasizes the cold and lifeless feeling.

c) What feelings does the poem evoke in you?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel sad and a little scared. It talks about a man who hears a knock at his door at night. He is thinking about his lost love, Lenore. The darkness and the knocking create a spooky atmosphere. It shows feelings of sorrow and loneliness.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel a bit scared and curious. It has a dark and mysterious atmosphere. The tapping at the door creates suspense. I feel the sadness of the person remembering Lenore. The poem is haunting and gives a sense of loss. The midnight setting adds to the eerie feeling. It makes me think about the unknown. The repeated tapping builds tension. The poem makes me feel the weight of sorrow. It evokes a feeling of melancholy and intrigue.

Worksheet 9: Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use a metaphor to compare his beloved to a summer’s day?

• The poet compares his beloved to a summer's day, saying they are more lovely and constant.

ii. What imagery does the poet use to describe the summer?

• The poet uses "rough winds" and the "eye of heaven" to describe the imperfections of summer.

iii. What is the significance of "the eye of heaven" in the poem?

• "The eye of heaven" is a metaphor for the sun, showing how it can be too hot or too dim.

iv. How does the metaphor of "eternal summer" express love's endurance?

• The metaphor "eternal summer" suggests that the poet’s love for his beloved will never fade, unlike the short season of summer.

v. How does the imagery in the poem enhance the theme of beauty?

• The poet contrasts the changing nature of summer with the lasting beauty of his beloved, showing that their beauty will never fade.

b) Identify 1 simile and 2 metaphors from the poem and explain their meaning:

• Simile: "Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?" compares the beloved to something beautiful.
• Metaphor: "Eye of heaven" represents the sun.
• Metaphor: "Eternal summer" means everlasting beauty and love.

c) How does the poem make you feel about the concept of beauty and love?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that true beauty and love last forever. It compares a loved one to a lovely summer day. The poet says that this beauty will never fade. Unlike a summer day, it will live on forever in the poem. It shows the power of love and poetry.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel that beauty and love are eternal. It compares a loved one to a perfect summer day. The words are very affectionate and admiring. It makes me think about how love can make someone seem timeless. The poem praises the everlasting nature of true beauty. It suggests that love can keep beauty alive forever. I feel the poet’s deep appreciation for the person he loves. The imagery of summer makes me feel warm and happy. It shows that love and beauty can transcend time. The poem leaves me with a sense of admiration for lasting love.

Worksheet 10: "The Lake Isle of Innisfree" by W.B. Yeats

a) Answer the following questions:

i. What imagery does the poet use to describe Innisfree?

• The poet describes "a small cabin," "nine bean-rows," "a hive for the honey-bee," and "lake water lapping," creating a peaceful, natural setting.

ii. How does the poet create a sense of peace through nature?

• The poet describes the "peace dropping slow," the "glimmer" of midnight, and the soft sounds of the lake, making the reader feel calm.

iii. Identify an example of metaphor in the second stanza and explain its meaning.

• "Peace comes dropping slow" is a metaphor that shows how peace in nature slowly fills the poet’s heart.

iv. How does the poet contrast city life with life at Innisfree?

• The poet contrasts the noisy, grey pavements of the city with the quiet, beautiful, and natural life at Innisfree.

v. How does the imagery of the natural world reflect the poet’s desire for peace?

• The soft sounds of the lake and the calm of nature show the poet’s deep longing for peace and solitude.

b) Identify 1 simile and 1 metaphor from the poem and explain their effect:

• Simile: There isn't a direct simile, but the descriptions of the natural world suggest quiet beauty, like a peaceful retreat.
• Metaphor: "Peace comes dropping slow" shows how nature gradually brings calmness to the poet's mind.

c) How does the poem make you feel about nature and solitude?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel calm and peaceful. It talks about living alone in nature. The poet describes a quiet place with bees and lakes. It shows that being in nature can bring peace. The poem makes me want to visit a quiet and beautiful place.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel a longing for peace and quiet. It describes a simple life close to nature. I imagine a calm and beautiful place. The sounds and sights of nature in the poem are soothing. It makes me appreciate the tranquility of being alone in nature. I feel the poet’s desire to escape the busy world. The imagery of the lake and cabin is very inviting. It makes me think about finding solace in natural surroundings. The poem evokes a sense of inner peace. It shows the restorative power of nature and solitude.

Worksheet 11: "Ode to Autumn" by John Keats

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use imagery to describe the season of autumn?

• The poet describes "mellow fruitfulness," "apples," "vines," and "flowers" to show how autumn is a time of harvest and abundance.

ii. What is the metaphor in the phrase "bosom-friend of the maturing sun"?

• The metaphor compares autumn to a close friend of the sun, showing how they work together to bring ripeness and growth.

iii. How does the poet create a sense of abundance in the poem?

• The poet describes fruit filling to the core, trees bending with apples, and flowers blooming late, showing that autumn is full of life and growth.

iv. How does the imagery of fruits and flowers reflect the theme of growth?

• The ripe fruits and blooming flowers show that autumn is a time of maturity and the fulfillment of the season’s potential.

v. How does the poem convey the passing of time through imagery?

• The poem talks about ripening fruits and fading flowers, showing how time moves from growth to harvest, and eventually, to the end of the season.

b) Identify 1 simile and 2 metaphors from the poem and explain their effect:

• Simile: There is no direct simile in this part of the poem, but comparisons show autumn as a season of richness.
• Metaphor: "Bosom-friend of the maturing sun" shows how autumn works with the sun to ripen the fruits.
• Metaphor: "To fill all fruit with ripeness to the core" emphasizes the fullness and richness of the harvest.

c) What does the poem make you feel about autumn?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that autumn is a season of beauty and harvest. It describes fruits and flowers growing ripe. The days are warm and full of sunshine. Bees are busy gathering nectar. It shows that autumn is a time of abundance and beauty.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel that autumn is a time of richness and beauty. It describes the abundance of fruits and flowers. I imagine the warm colors and bountiful harvests. The poem shows autumn as a season of plenty. It makes me appreciate the natural cycle of growth. The imagery is vivid and makes me feel cozy. It highlights the generosity of nature in autumn. I feel the poet’s admiration for the season. The poem captures the essence of autumn’s fullness. It makes me feel connected to the earth and its rhythms.

Worksheet 12: "The Charge of the Light Brigade" by Alfred Lord Tennyson

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use imagery to describe the battle scene?

• The poet describes "the valley of Death," "charge for the guns," and "the six hundred" to show the soldiers riding bravely into danger.

ii. What is the metaphor in the phrase "valley of Death"?

• "Valley of Death" is a metaphor for the dangerous battlefield where many soldiers will lose their lives.

iii. How does the poet describe the bravery of the soldiers?

• The poet shows the soldiers as fearless, saying they did not question orders and charged forward even though they knew the danger.

iv. How does the imagery reflect the theme of duty and sacrifice?

• The images of riding into the "valley of Death" and following orders without hesitation show how the soldiers sacrificed themselves for their duty.

v. How does the repetition in the poem enhance the intensity of the action?

• The repeated phrases like "half a league" and "the six hundred" make the charge feel fast and intense, showing the bravery of the soldiers.

b) Identify 2 metaphors and 1 simile from the poem and explain their purpose:

• Metaphor: "Valley of Death" shows the battlefield as a place where death is almost certain.
• Metaphor: "The jaws of Death" personifies death, making it seem like something trying to devour the soldiers.
• Simile: There is no direct simile in this part, but the soldiers are described as if they are rushing into something inevitable and dangerous.

c) How does the poem make you feel about courage and sacrifice?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that soldiers are very brave. It talks about a group of soldiers charging into battle. They knew it was dangerous but did it anyway. They followed orders without question. It shows their courage and willingness to sacrifice for others.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel a deep respect for bravery. It describes the soldiers’ fearless charge. The willingness to face danger is inspiring. I feel the honor and duty of the soldiers. The poem shows the high cost of sacrifice. It makes me think about the valor in battle. The repeated lines emphasize their bravery. I feel the gravity of their mission. The poem evokes a sense of heroism. It highlights the nobility of courage and sacrifice.

Worksheet 13: "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge (Excerpt)

a) Answer the following questions:

i. How does the poet use imagery to describe the sea?

• The poet describes "the fair breeze blew," "the white foam flew," and "the bloody Sun," creating a vivid picture of both movement and stillness at sea.

ii. What metaphor is used to describe the sun, and what does it mean?

• The sun is described as "bloody," suggesting danger, heat, and the oppressive feeling of being stuck in a lifeless sea.

iii. How does the poet convey a sense of danger and stillness?

• The poet shows movement stopping when "the breeze dropt down" and the sails fell, creating a sense of being trapped in a lifeless sea under a hot, oppressive sun.

iv. How does the imagery reflect the mood of the mariners?

• The stillness and the "copper sky" reflect the mariners' hopelessness and fear as they are stuck in a silent, unmoving sea.

v. How does the poet contrast movement and stillness through imagery?

• The poem begins with movement, "the white foam flew," and ends with complete stillness as the "breeze dropt down" and the mariners feel trapped.

b) Identify 1 simile and 2 metaphors from the poem and explain their meaning:

• Simile: There is no direct simile, but the "copper sky" and "bloody Sun" compare the setting to something unnatural and threatening.
  
• Metaphor: "The bloody Sun" suggests danger and hopelessness.
• Metaphor: "Copper sky" gives the image of an unrelenting, hot, lifeless environment.

c) How does the poem make you feel about the sea?

Answer in five sentences: The poem makes me feel that the sea is both beautiful and mysterious. It talks about a ship sailing on a calm sea. The sky is described as hot and copper-colored. The sailors feel a deep silence around them. It shows the sea as a place of both peace and mystery.

Answer in ten sentences: The poem makes me feel that the sea is both beautiful and dangerous. It describes the sea with vivid imagery. I imagine the white foam and the silent sea. The poem shows the sea’s vastness and mystery. It makes me think about the power of nature. The stillness of the sea can be eerie. I feel the isolation of being at sea. The hot and copper sky adds to the tension. The poem captures the sea’s unpredictability. It evokes a sense of awe and respect for the sea.