Things to remember for poetry essays

Back up every point with a quote - evidence is always needed.
1. Pin down points with quotes!
Apply any biographical information as a 'reading'
Always link back to question
Use specific words, don't just waffle about ideas
1. Keep expression precise
Poetic aspects and structure, not just meaning of lines etc.
When using critics and other readers, link back to specifics in the poem
Pin down what quotes show precisely
Don't list in conclusion or introduction.
Avoid whole paragraphs on Abse, focus on Larkin and make connecting points.
1. Core, comparison, then back to core
Remember PEELT - Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link, Technical term

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	Created by julietohalloran almost 12 years ago