Sonnet+Test+2


 * Sonnet Test 2**

Name: Period: Date:

Directions: Read the copy of a sonnet by William Shakespeare that I will give to you. Then copy and past this entire document in word. Answer the questions in the space provided, print, and submit by the end of the class period.

Part A: Interpretation of the poem’s meaning. Each section is worth five points on the basis of advanced, proficient, basic, below basic, not done.

1. Interpret both the literal and figurative meaning of quatrain one.

2. Interpret both the literal and figurative meaning of quatrain two.

3. Interpret both the literal and figurative meaning of quatrain three.

4. Interpret both the literal and figurative meaning of the concluding couplet.

Part B: Identifying poetic devices. Each correct answer is worth two points.

1. Quote a simile that is used in the poem and explain what this simile means.

2. Cite the line number for a consonance, assonance, or alliteration that is used in the poem. Explain the sound that is used.

3. What is the tone of the poem? What words help to connote this tone?

4. Quote a personification that is used in the poem and explain what this personification means.

5. What is the purpose or theme of the poem?