Read the following poems:
334- “The Tide Rises”
336- “The Psalm of Life”
347- “The Chambered Nautilus”
352- “First Snowfall”
Write a response for each poem consisting of:
1. Literal Summary (1-2 sentences):
2. Interpretation/Theme: What deeper meaning does this poem convey (2-3
sentences)
3. Style analysis: What poetry devices (rhyme, figurative language, allusions, diction...) does this poem make use of? How do they help enhance the theme? (1-2 sentences)
Please include answers to these three questions after the title of each poem on your paper. Then, complete question number for after you have read and responded to all 4 poems:
4. What similarities do these poems share? In what way do they differ from each other? Which one did you find the most enjoyable? Explain your thoughts... (4-5 sentences)
