What do you think is the theme of this poem?

The message of a poem is called...

A truth, lesson or message about life in a poem or other literary text.

What's the purpose of poetry? Select ALL that apply:

The feeling a poet or author is trying to convey, or make the reader feel.

A main idea or an underlying meaning of a poem that may be stated directly or indirectly.

What is the mood of this poem?

The feelings you get when you read the text is called ___________.

The atmosphere or feeling created by the writer in a literary work or passage.

The writer's attitude or expression in a poem toward the subject at hand.

The expected feeling the reader/listener should have when reading or listening to the poem. The atmosphere of the poem.

What is the difference between Tone and Mood?

The truth, message or lesson of a poem is called the _______.