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Yesterday you completed the
“Statue of Liberty” non-fictional
article (white sheet.)
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Hand it in to your class box.
Turn in homework!
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“The New
Colossus”
Emma Lazarus
Page 493
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Analyze characteristics of different forms of
poetry (ex. Narrative, Ballad, Lyric)
Analyze how meaning is conveyed in poetry
through word choices, poetic devices (rhyme, rhythm,
repetition, refrain) and figurative language.
TSWBAT take notes on poetic devices, figurative
language and analyze a poem with a partner.
There will be a short quiz tomorrow!
Learning Target
Definition: a reference to something
in literature or history, sports,
politics, religion, current events, etc.
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Why do writers use it?
The things that are alluded to are
popular, and people (readers) know
about these things. It helps
readers/viewers/listeners have a
deeper understanding of the text.
What is ALLUSION?
In literature, symbols are people, places, or
events that have meaning in themselves but
that also stand for something beyond
themselves.
Examples:
 A dove may symbolize peace.
 A skull may symbolize death
 Uncle Sam symbolizes the U.S. Government
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Symbols and Symbolism
Allusion - Review
Colossus is an ancient Greek statue of
the Greek figure Helios.
 It’s on the island of Rhodes near
Greece.
 It was built to celebrate a victory over
an invading nation.
 It was over 100 ft. tall and was one of
the tallest structures of the ancient
world.
 THINK: What did this Colossus
symbolize?
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Part of the poem is on a plaque on The Statue of Liberty.
• What does The Statue of
Liberty symbolize for
Americans?
• For immigrants?
• To the rest of the world?
• PREDICT: What themes do
you think the poem “The
New Colossus” will have?
Statue of Liberty
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Part of the poem is on a plaque on The Statue of Liberty.
“The New Colossus”
Vocabulary
 Read poem
 Take socrative quiz (on your own
tomorrow)
 Complete vocabulary assignment
(on your own tomorrow)
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Today’s Agenda
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Brazen –(adjective)
Exiles – (noun)
Beacon – (noun)
Tempest – (noun)
Yearning – (used as noun)
Wretched – (adjective)
Before you read: With a partner, find the
definitions…write down the words first, then
the definitions for each word in your notes on
paper or your iPad. Then read through the
poem at least two times. (Poem on page 493)
Log in to room: jrunning to take the quiz.
 Enter your first and last name.
 CAREFULLY answer the four multiple choice
questions. You may use the poem to assist you
with the quiz.
 When you are finished, exit off.
 If you do not have your iPad, use a half sheet
of paper and complete it on the board.
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Socrative Quiz
“The New Colossus” Quiz.
1. What details tell you the old Colossus was probably huge and
warlike in appearance?
a. “Mighty woman with a torch”
c. “Brazen giant”
b. “Mild eyes”
d. “Wretched refuse”
2. How does the name Lazarus gives The Statue of Liberty differ from
Colossus?
a. The name is welcoming to newcomers b. Mother always means something nice
b. Exile means strong like brass
d. It doesn’t; they’re the same
3. Which statement best restates what Lazarus thinks the statue
is saying?
a. The statue’s light is important.
c.
The statue is welcoming to some people.
b. The statue sees lots of poor,
huddled people.
d. The statue says it will give a
home to all immigrants.
4. Readers can infer that Lazurus:
a. Wishes Colossus was still standing.
b. Believes in The American Dream.
c. Thinks the Statue of Liberty is pleasant.
d. Doesn’t like immigrants.
Vocabulary Practice
Aghast
Circuit
Prodigious
Exalted
Conceived
1. You might be ____________ if I told you that I was no
longer an Iowa fan.
2. Many people think Cesar Chavez deserves an
____________ place in history.
3. Sometimes the school day may seem monotonous
and it feels you’re going through your day in a
____________.
4. The United States was ____________ with the creed
that all people should be equal.
5. Getting straight A’s is a ____________
accomplishment.
“The New Colossus” Quiz.
What details tell you the old Colossus was probably huge and warlike in
appearance?
a. “Mighty woman with a torch”
c. “Brazen giant”
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b. “Mild eyes”
d. “Wretched refuse”
How does the name Lazarus gives to The Statue of Liberty differ from
Colossus?
a. The name is welcoming to newcomersb. Mother always means something nice
b. Exile means strong like brass
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d. It doesn’t; they’re the same
Which statement best restates what Lazarus thinks the statue
is saying?
a. The statue’s light is important.
b. The statue sees lots of poor,
huddled people.
c. The statue is welcoming to some people. d. The statue says it will give a
home to all immigrants.
1.
Readers can infer that Lazurus:
a. Wishes Colossus was still standing.
b. Believes in The American Dream.
c. Thinks the Statue of Liberty is pleasant. d. Doesn’t like immigrants.