Select two poems from the list provided in the project. using these two poems, write a clear, concise, 250-word essay that compares and contrasts them. make sure you include at least two of the following to support your thesis: tone, point of view, literary devices, or meter. discuss at least three literary devices that are used in the poems that you have selected.

make sure to:

1. develop a list of characteristics that sum up each of the poems. this may include notes about plot, visual details, point of view, etc.

2. create a strong thesis statement around these characteristics. your thesis statement is the main argument you will be proving throughout the course of this assignment.

3. organize your thoughts and decide which points to make first.

4. begin your paper once you have all your facts lined up. you may cite outside sources.

5. write your paper.

5. review and revise.

list of poems

* “tell me o swan, your ancient tale” by kabir
* “the swan” by rilke
* “spanish dancer” by rilke
* “your laughter” by pablo neruda
* “birthplace” by shaffarzadeh
* “it’s this way” by nazim hikmet
* “counting small-boned bodies” by robert bly