English and Literature MLA

Poem Analysis

Read the following poem.  Write a multi-paragraph essay that analyzes the poems theme(s) and style. What is the poem about? Which specific emotions or ideas is the poem trying to elicit in the reader? Making specific reference to such elements as mood, imagery, symbolism, setting, structure, sound, and speaker, try to point out parallels between subject and method of expression. Double-space your response and cite any quotations according to MLA style.