ENGL 110 College of San Mateo The Sparrow Poem Essay Digital “in class” essay: First: Read the poem “The Sparrow” several times. Take note of the poetic d

ENGL 110 College of San Mateo The Sparrow Poem Essay Digital “in class” essay:

First: Read the poem “The Sparrow” several times. Take note of the poetic devices and elements used in the poem. Feel free to refer to the powerpoint lectures from this unit.

In a minimum 500 word essay, explain the message of “The Sparrow,” and argue what poetic devices help to convey the message, and how. Remember to refer to the poem as much as possible.

A few do’s and don’ts:

DO spend time discussing and breaking down HOW those specific phrases and words from the poem are effective at conveying the meaning or message of the poem. This is called analysis, and it’s the most important part of an essay.

DON’T just provide a quote and assume I understand its effect.

DON’T be tempted to provide analysis that is not 100% authentically your own. This would be a very costly mistake, and I have complete faith you can make meaning of this poem with your own critical analysis skills.

You can do it! Have fun!

The Sparrow

1872-1906

Beside my window flutters down,

A moment chirps its little strain,

Ten taps upon my window–pane,

And chirps again, and hops along,

To call my notice to its song;

But I work on, nor heed its lay,

Till, in neglect, it flies away.

So birds of peace and hope and love

Come fluttering earthward from above,

To settle on life’s window–sills,

And ease our load of earthly ills;

But we, in traffic’s rush and din

Too deep engaged to let them in,

With deadened heart and sense plod on,

Nor know our loss till they are gone.

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