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Analyzing a Poem. TP-CASTT Approach. Poetry Analysis. Title: Ponder the title before reading the poem. Poetry Analysis. Paraphrase: Translate the poem into your own words. Poetry Analysis. Connotation: Contemplate the poem for meaning beyond the literal. Poetry Analysis.
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Analyzing a Poem TP-CASTT Approach
Poetry Analysis • Title: Ponder the title before reading the poem.
Poetry Analysis • Paraphrase: Translate the poem into your own words.
Poetry Analysis • Connotation: Contemplate the poem for meaning beyond the literal.
Poetry Analysis • Attitude: Observe both the speaker’s and the poet’s attitude (tone).
Poetry Analysis • Shifts: Note shifts in speakers and in attitudes.
Poetry Analysis • Title: Examine the title again, this time on an interpretive level.
Poetry Analysis • Theme: Determine what the poet is saying.