Objective: Students will analyze symbols in poetry and will be able to explain both the literal and figurative interpretation of each symbol.
Journal: Why is death a topic people always find interesting? Why is death a common occurrence in both books and movies? How do people deal with death differently?
Agenda: 1) Symbolism Exercise
2) Read “Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening” pg. 434 and “After Apple-Picking” pg. 435. Look for symbols in each poem which represent death.
3) Pg. 438 Response & Analysis # 1-6, 9
4) Personal Symbol: Draw a symbol to represent yourself. The design of the symbol should have significance in representing who you are and what you believe in. You may also choose to use certain colors in your symbol to represent aspects of yourself.
Homework: Write a paragraph explaining how your symbol represents you. Explain why you chose your design and coloring and how you feel they represent your personality and beliefs.
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