1. What does this pattern indicate What matches up and defines th.docx
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The document discusses the structure and interpretation of sonnets, highlighting the rhyme pattern and the identification of syllables in each line. It emphasizes the importance of pronunciation, punctuation, and understanding historical meanings of words for a deeper analysis. Additionally, it explores how exaggerated readings can influence the imagery and meaning within the poem.
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- 1. 1. What does this pattern indicate? What matches up and defines the ababcdcdefefgg sequence? These pattern indicates that the a’s share the same rhyme, while b’s share another rhyme, etc. 2. Interpreters of sonnets need to identify the clues the author provides. Count the syllables in each line and mark each individual foot. Remember a foot consists of two syllables; the first unstressed the second stressed. ie. But SOFT / what LIGHT / through YON / der WIN / dow BREAKS 3. What notes does the author provide you? Do you have clues on how to pronounce certain words? Share your discoveries. 4. Does punctuation help? How? 5. Look up and define words which may be familiar but had different meanings in the past. temperate darling buds lease fair course owest brag Overemphasizing the stressed syllables of the sonnet, read the poem out loud in this singsong pattern. This requires stressing the second syllable strongly; the first syllable is short the second syllable long 6. How does this exaggerated reading affect the images of the poem? 7. How does the exaggerated reading affect the meaning of the poem?