1. Form and Structure:
 What is the poem's form (sonnet, free verse, haiku, etc.)?
 How does the poem's structure contribute to its meaning?
 Are there any patterns in the poem's structure (rhyme scheme, stanza length, meter)?
2. Language and Diction:
 What is the significance of the poem's title?
 How does the poet use language to convey meaning?
 Are there any recurring words or phrases? What effect do they create?
 Analyze the connotations of specific words chosen by the poet.
3. Imagery and Symbolism:
 What images does the poet evoke? How do they contribute to the poem's theme?
 Are there any symbols present in the poem? What do they represent or signify?
 How does the poet use sensory details to create vivid imagery?
4. Sound Devices:
 What role do rhyme, rhythm, and meter play in the poem?
 How do sound devices such as alliteration, assonance, and consonance enhance the
poem's meaning?
 Analyze the effectiveness of the poem's sound patterns in creating mood and
atmosphere.
5. Tone and Mood:
 What is the overall tone of the poem (serious, playful, melancholic, etc.)?
 How does the poet create and sustain the mood throughout the poem?
 Are there shifts in tone or mood, and if so, what purpose do they serve?
6. Narrative Perspective:
 Who is the speaker of the poem, and what is their relationship to the subject matter?
 How does the perspective of the speaker influence the reader's interpretation?
 Is there any ambiguity or irony in the speaker's voice?
7. Theme and Message:
 What central themes or ideas does the poem explore?
 How does the form and language of the poem contribute to its thematic development?
 What message or insight does the poet convey through the poem?