InstaPoetry 1

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 5

Poetry

Poetry a definition 

Literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style and rhythm (Oxford Dictionaries).

Vocabulary 

Prose: Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure.

Verse: Writing arranged with a metrical rhythm, typically having a rhyme.

Shakespeare

1564 - 1616

 Stratford-upon-Avon

The Globe Theater - actor, playwright

Sonnets (14 lines)

Assignment

In groups of 4 - first read the poem for yourself and look up difficult words

Then answer the questions on the handout

Class discussion 

What is the conclusion of the sonnet and how does this
contribute to the poem’s overall meaning?

Instapoetry - Homework assignment

Find a poem that you like on the internet or in a book, print it and bring it to class.

Inspiration --> ELO MAGISTER - STUDYGUIDE

Read the article on ELO MAGISTER and write a short summary