How Do You Write About A Poem For English Class?
If you take English in high school, one of these days you will be faced with a poem that you have to write about. Studies show that exactly .02% of the population doesn’t panic when faced with a poem, while the other 99.98% is evenly divided between running in circles foaming at the mouth and hiding under a desk with a bag over their heads. But with a few tips, you can learn to write a basic essay on a poem. Will it get published and win an award? Well, probably not. Will it help you get a passing grade this week on your school assignment? Yes! If you’re writing at home, not on a test in a classroom, you can learn a little bit about the poet. While the poet’s personal life may not add to your essay, you can find out whether the poet’s style was typical of his time or whether it was part of a new style. You can learn if this poem is typical for the poet in its content and format. You might be able to work in these ideas as you write. What is the general meaning of the poem? Try to write
