AP Poetry Journal

In your composition book we will begin to build a definition /understanding of what poetry is. As with "Schoolsville", each poem will a require response to the question - How, specifically does this poem, help define poetry for you?

Questions for "Fluffy's Poolside Crime" by Gary Soto:
1. What images stood out to you in this poem and why?
2. How was this poem different and, perhaps, unexpected?
3. How does this poem add to you understanding of poetry?


Questions for "Poetry"by Don Paterson
1. What images stood out to you and why?
2. What do you think Paterson is trying to tell you about writing poetry?
3. How does this poem amplify your definition of poetry?

Staple or tape the poem in your composition book. Then compose responses  - see example below :