Noticing and Describing Repetition in a Poem

This video tutorial teaches how to understand an important idea in a poem by focusing on repetition. Using 'The Star' by Jane Taylor, the lesson guides viewers through identifying repeated words, analyzing their significance, and understanding what they reveal about the poem's subject. The repeated use of 'twinkle' is highlighted to show the star's constant presence and reliability. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the steps taken to analyze repetition and the insights gained from this approach.

What is the first step in analyzing repetition in a poem?

• Reread the text and highlight repeated words

• Write down your ideas

• Ask why the poet repeats certain words

• Summarize the poem

Why does the poet repeat the word 'twinkle' in the poem 'The Star'?

• To highlight the star's color

• To show the star's constant presence

• To describe the star's size

• To emphasize the star's brightness

What does the repetition of 'twinkle' suggest about the star's role for the speaker?

• The star is a temporary guide

• The star is a rare sight

• The star is a constant and reliable presence

• The star is a source of fear

How does the poet's use of repetition help convey the star's significance?

• It indicates the star's distance from Earth

• It reveals the star's age

• It highlights the star's importance to travelers

• It shows the star's changing position

What lesson is learned about repetition in poetry from this analysis?

• Repetition is only for aesthetic purposes

• Repetition can emphasize important themes

• Repetition is irrelevant to understanding poetry

• Repetition is used to confuse the reader