American Poetry Passages

Examine the themes and imagery present in Emily Dickinson's poetry. Develop skills in interpreting the emotional impact of her work and relate the ideas to personal reflections.

Focus on exploring the use of metaphor and hyperbole in poetry, particularly in the comparison of abstract concepts. Develop the ability to identify literary devices and understand their impact on tone and meaning.

Analyze the emotional journey portrayed in "Rising from the Tempest," focusing on key shifts, imagery, and thematic transitions in poetry. Gain insights into understanding how emotional nuances are depicted through poetic elements, enhancing skills in literary analysis and interpretation.

Analyze poetry by identifying rhymes and exploring themes related to the speaker's feelings about summer. Learners will focus on recognizing rhyme patterns, understanding thematic elements, and interpreting the speaker's emotional response to summer through poetic expression.

Analyze the influence of the Harlem Renaissance on contemporary culture and individual identity. Understand the evolution of racial identity as reflected in literature and social justice movements, examining its enduring impact on modern societal structures. Build analytical skills in interpreting literary works and develop a historical perspective on the intersection of race, culture, and art.

Examine Walt Whitman's "O Captain! My Captain!" and "A Noiseless Patient Spider" to explore the themes of loss, longing, and connection. Analyze how Whitman expresses emotional depth and symbolic meanings in these works. The aim is to enhance understanding of literary themes, improve analytical skills, and foster a deep appreciation of symbolic language and its impact on expressing human emotions.