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In this quest, you'll read the poem, "Crow" by John Degan. As you read, ask yourself, "What do I think the crow stands for?"
Sometimes poets use symbolism that can be easily interpreted, or they draw on common knowledge, something we all know. This technique provides a grounding device for the reader.
You'll look at how responding to "How to Swallow a Poem" Step 7 helps to discover the symbolic meaning of the crow:
What are the images in this poem?
Write these down, and note your thoughts about them.
Note any objects or images that have conventional significance.
Are there any symbols? In other words, are there any objects or animals that the poet seems to be translating the qualities from to something else?
Is there a picture the poet is trying to create?
Task:
Task:
Answer the italicized questions (record your answers), then check them with the answer key here. Remember, these are just suggested answers, and yours might be both different and correct.
Reflect and respond on your answers as compared to the key. How close were you? Was anything a surprise? Were there any of your answers that you think are better/more interesting than those provided?
Add On: 30XP+
Add On: 30XP+
In paragraph form, and with reference to the text, discuss how John Degan uses symbolism and imagery in "The Crow" to illustrate theme.
Submit your answers, your comparison to the answer key, and your reflection/response (and optional paragraph) to the dropbox.
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