Question

Write a paragraph about the literary devices used in the poem, "Sympathy." A good paragraph will contain at least five well-written sentences.

Your paragraph should include the following:
1. The subject matter of the poem
2. The use of nature in this poem to highlight the qualities of freedom as contrasted to being shut in a cage
3. The mood and tone of the poem

Answer 1

You need to include:

-The main points of the poem and analyze what the main theme is (the moral or idea expressed in the story). This is the subject matter.

-Nature aspects in the poem that seem free or carefree (Like wind or open space). Then contrast them in comparison to being shut in a cage (enclosed, cramped, still, stuffy).

-The mood is how the reader feels. What does it make you feel? (Note: this is a literary element, which are classified under literary devices)

-The tone is how the author feels, what you think his/her mood is. (Also a literary element)

Put this in a short paragraph.