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My Last Duchess Theme of Language and Communication
In this poetry analysis worksheet, 6th graders read a paragraph about the Duke's style of communication and lack of it in the poem, “My Last Duchess,” by Robert Browning. Student then answer 4 short answer questions that help them to...
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My Last Duchess Theme of Madness
In this poetry analysis worksheet, students consider the motivation for the actions of the Duke in "My Last Duchess," by Robert Browning as they read a brief paragraph positing that the Duke is insane. Students then respond to 3...
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My Last Duchess Theme of Jealousy
In this poetry analysis worksheet, students examine commentary about the jealousy of the Duke in Browning's "My Last Duchess." Students respond to discussion questions regarding the Duke’s suspicion that his wife is unfaithful, his...
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My Life had stood – a Loaded Gun – Theme of Gender
In this poetry analysis worksheet, students read a reflection on the conflict between male and female identities in Dickinson's "My Life had stood – a Loaded Gun –." Students then respond to questions about male and female dominance as...
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The Negro Speaks of Rivers Themes
In this poetry analysis worksheet, students respond to 5 discussion questions that require them to investigate the symbolism of rivers in the Langston Hughes poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers."
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The Negro Speaks of Rivers Theme of Memory and the Past
In this poetry analysis worksheet, students read a paragraph regarding Langston Hughe’s use of collective voice in the poem, “The Negro Speaks of Rivers Theme of Memory and the Past.” Students then answer 4 discussion questions about the...
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No Second Troy Theme of Guilt and Blame
In this poetry analysis worksheet, learners examine the content of the William Butler Yeats poem, “No Second Troy." Students read a paragraph about the theme of the poem, then respond to three discussion questions about the role of guilt...
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Ode to the West Wind Questions
In this literary analysis worksheet, learners read the poem "Ode to the West Wind," by Percy Bysshe Shelley and then respond to 5 short answer discussion questions about the significance of wind in the poem and the symbolism of...
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Vocabulary Content Worksheet 1
In this literary elements worksheet, students select pieces of literature to complete the questions the provided graphic organizer. Students list key word, the main idea, and supporting details from their selections.
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Reading Selection Content Worksheet
In this literary elements worksheet, middle schoolers read chosen literature and then complete the provided graphic organizer by listing key words, main ideas, and summarizing the selections.
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Leda and the Swan Questions
In this literary elements worksheet, students explore Willaim Butler Yeats's poem "Leda and the Swan." Students then answer 5 short answer questions based on the poem.
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Meditation at Lagunitas Questions
In this literary analysis worksheet, students consider the content and theme of the poem "Meditation at Lagunitas," as they answer 5 short answer questions.
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Musée des Beaux Arts Questions
In this poetic themes worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the poem "Musée des Beaux Art," by W. H. Auden. Suggested reading activities related to the poem are also provided.
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My Life had stood – a Loaded Gun – Questions
In this poetry discussion worksheet, students consider the elements of poetry as they respond to 6 short answer and essay questions based on the poem "My Life had stood – a Loaded Gun –."
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My Papa's Waltz Questions
In this poetry discussion worksheet, students respond to 5 short answer and essay questions based on the content and features of the poem "My Papa's Waltz," by Roethke.
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My Papa's Waltz Theme of Men and Masculinity
In this literary elements worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the portrayal of men and masculinity in "My Papa's Waltz," by Theodore Roethke. Suggested reading activities related to the poem are...
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Ode on a Grecian Urn
In this reading comprehension instructional activity, students respond to 5 short answer and essay questions based on the poem "Ode on a Grecian Urn."
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Ode on a Grecian Urn Theme of Wisdom and Knowledge
In this reading reflection worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions as they consider the themes of wisdom and knowledge in "Ode on a Grecian Urn," by Keats. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading...
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Ode to a Nightingale Theme of Mortality
In this literary analysis worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of morality in the Keats poem "Ode to a Nightingale." Three extra reading activities are also included.
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Welcome to Mt. Olympic Squares
In this PowerPoint, students are presented with the opportunity to review Greek mythology characters as they play a tic-tac-toe style game using the clues provided in the presentation complete with images.
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The Lamb Theme of Man and the Natural World
In this poetry themes activity, students reflect on the theme of man in the natural world as they answer 4 short answer and essay questions based on theme in "The Lamb," by William Blake. Students are given a thesis statement for...
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The Lamb Theme of Youth
In this poetic themes worksheet, students consider the theme of youth in "The Lamb," by William Blake as they respond to 3 short answer questions. Students may also complete their choice of the 2 reading activities suggested.
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The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock Questions
In this literary analysis worksheet, students respond to 6 short answer and essay questions based on the text of the poem "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," by T.S. Eliot.
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Harlem (Dream Deferred) Theme of Dreams, Hopes, and Plans
In this reading comprehension activity, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on themes in "Harlem." Students may also complete their choice of 2 reading activities suggested.