Comparing poems

Comparing poems

1. Structure

   • changes in mood, voice, tense and tone
     • what effects do these have
   • compare beginnings and endings

2. Form

   • Are any rules broke
   • Compare types of poem
     • How does it relate to theme
     • Effects

3. Language

   • How is language similar or different
   • Is rhyme, sound and imagery same or different

4. Similarities and differences

   • Use comparitive words
     • similarly
     • likewise
     • equally
     • also
     • both
     • by contrast
     • on the other hand
     • whereas
     • unlike
   • Themes
   • Language
   • rhythm/rhyme
   • form
   • structure