Ask yourself the following questions that apply to your focus question. Make notes as you go, and you will find it easier to organize your thoughts for the first draft.
- The poem's basic content
- What is the context of the poem? Identify the speaker(s) and any background information that would help explain the poem's basic message.
- How are the thoughts organized?
- Does the poet contrast any ideas? Does he/she juxtapose any for effect?
- What feelings does the speaker reveal?
