Poetic Forms and Linguistic Innovation · Renaissance to Modern
Imagery and Extended Metaphor
Exploring how poets build layers of meaning through complex figurative language and conceits.
Key Questions
- 1How does an extended metaphor allow a poet to explore abstract concepts through concrete objects?
- 2What is the effect of synesthesia on the reader's sensory engagement with a poem?
- 3How do poets use recurring motifs to create a sense of unity across a collection?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: English Literature - Figurative LanguageA-Level: English Literature - Poetic Imagery
Year: Year 12
Subject: English
Unit: Poetic Forms and Linguistic Innovation
Period: Renaissance to Modern
Suggested Methodologies
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