O Captain! My Captain!

Speaker:

Who is the narrative voice?

Can you make any inferences about the speaker?

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

Word Choice:

Choose important words from the text and explain their purpose.

What words hold strong connotative meanings?

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Imagery:

What images appear in your head as you read?

What vivid details does the author provide to affect your senses?

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.W.8.3D

Figurative Language:

What figurative language does the author provide?

What is the purpose of the figurative language?

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Tone:

What is the author’s attitude toward the topic?

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.4

Theme:

What is the author’s main message or insight about life?

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2