Figurative Language

Choose one of the four poems from this lesson: "Because I could not stop for death," I heard a Fly buzz," "Ozymandius," and "Death of the Ball Turrett Gunner"Re-read the poem and consider its use of figurative language, and its theme. What idea or statement is this poem trying to send to its readers? Answer these questions in a one-to-two paragraph response approximately 300 words. Write a cohesive paragraph rather than a list. Then, reply to TWO classmates. Your responses should be at least 150 words in length and should contribute to the analysis of the language in the poem.

a. What use of figurative language stands out the most to you in this poem?

b. What type of figurative language is it?

c. What meaning is conveyed by the figurative language?

d. Why do you think the author use figurative language, rather than stating something literally?

e. How does this use of figurative language relate to or emphasize the theme of the poem?