02-06

Thesis Components
Names the artist and the song title, clearly states your groups interpretation, specifically names elements from the song that lead to this interpretation, and explains how/why these elements develop the interpretation.

you fit into me

In a small group, analyze the connotative elements of the poem. Mark the associations you make on the poem.

Questions for Discussion

Think of all the possible ways to read hook and eye. What does the initial stanza describe? (Be sure to consider all the possible connotations of you fit into me as well.) What expectation is initially created by the simile in the first two lines? How does the second stanza modify that expectation? What are we meant to feel with that twist on the imagery? How do both images work together to present a picture of this couple?

Attitude
Having examined the poem's devices and clues closely, you are now ready to explore the multiple attitudes that may be present in the poem. Examination of diction (specific word choice), images, and details suggests the speaker's attitude and contributes to understanding.

Attitude
You may refer to the TONE charts that will help you. Remember that usually the tone or attitude cannot be named with a single word; think complexity. Look back to the words you circled as important from the Connotation analysis.

Attitude
What emotions seem to be linked to these words? How does the speaker seem to feel about the subject? Look to your Tone chart for guidance and specificity. Attitude: What emotions does the speaker seem display in regards to the subject?

Questions for Discussion

Think back to the expectation the first stanza sets up and the twist on that expectation in the second stanza. What are we meant to feel with that twist on the imagery? How do both images work together to inform us of the emotional nature of this couple?

you fit into me

Thesis: What do you think this poem means? What are the implications of the poem? Include the poets name, the title of the poem, your interpretation, and how the specific Connotation and Attitude elements contribute to the interpretation.