Emily Dickinson, "I heard a Fly buzz"
In 600 words. Discuss both content and form. Cite one critic and include at least one citation as well as a work cited page. Underline the thesis.
First Section:
You may include a brief bio of the poet. Discuss the context, the persona, the setting of the poem as well as events portrayed. Include the underlined thesis.
Second Section:
This section should examine the form with comments on diction, connotation, images, figures of speech, irony, rhythm, meter, sound, symbols, tone, as well as any other element of form you deem relevant.
Third Section:
In the last paragraph, respond to the peom on a personal level. Use first person. What connection or emotional response did you have to the poem?