Introduction
In "Sonnet 43," the question or problem posed is "How do I love thee?" The speaker then details a long list of ways in which he or she loves. In the end, we read that that love will reach beyond the grave, "and, if God choose, I shall but love thee better after death." The answer to the problem is that his or her love is so great that even death cannot stop it.
Instructions
Now let's look more closely at the sonnet form. First, review "Sonnet 43" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, on page 182 of your Sightlines 10 textbook, and then, answer the following questions.
1. How many lines does the poem have? How many stanzas?
2. What is the problem or question posed in this sonnet? Answer with a direct quote.
3. What is the solution or answer? Answer with a direct quote.
4. What is the title of this poem?
5. What is the topic of this poem?
6. What is a possible theme for this poem?
Discussion Prompt |
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A Poetry Caf´! The poets have put on their best tweed jackets; they have packed up their journals and are ready to jaunt quickly to their favourite café to read aloud their most recent creations. It might be a street in Paris or London or Amsterdam or… Regina or Vancouver or Calgary or Nanaimo! Poetry readings have been a common café event for hundreds of years across Europe, and now across Canada. So here is your chance to participate in your own poetry café. Simply select a literary poem of your choice, and read and record it for your class. You may also read a poem of your own creation. |
Guidelines for contribution: Record and share at least one poem. Respond to the readings of at least three of your classmates. For each poem, mention at least one thing that you like about their selection. |