TP-CASTT Quick Check

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What does TP-CASTT stand for?

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TP-CASTT is an acronym for Title, Paraphrase, Connotation, Attitude, Shift, Title, Theme, used for analyzing poetry.

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What is the purpose of the 'Title' step in TP-CASTT?

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The 'Title' step involves analyzing the title of the poem for insights into its meaning and themes.

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What is 'Paraphrase' in the context of TP-CASTT?

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Paraphrase is the step where the poem is translated line by line at a literal level, focusing on complete thoughts and unknown words.

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What does 'Connotation' refer to in TP-CASTT?

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Connotation involves looking for hidden meanings, figurative language, and emotional associations in the poem.

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What is the 'Attitude' step in TP-CASTT?

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The 'Attitude' step examines the speaker's tone and feelings towards the subject of the poem.

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What does 'Shift' indicate in TP-CASTT?

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'Shift' refers to a change in tone, perspective, or theme within the poem.

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How many times do we check the poetry title in TP-CASTT?

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Twice.

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What is the final step of TP-CASTT?

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The final step is 'Theme', which identifies the underlying message or main idea of the poem.

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What is the significance of 'DIDLS' in poetry analysis?

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DIDLS stands for Diction, Imagery, Details, Language, and Syntax, which are elements used to analyze the poem's style and meaning.

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What is a 'theme' in literature?

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The theme is the central message or insight that the author conveys through the story or poem.