The dos and don’ts of analytical paragraph

• Show sophisticated interpretations
• When linking poems be specific (say the name or quote a line)
• Express the narrator’s attitudes straightforwardly
• Do not put an ‘a’ in front of hyperbole
• Be specific
• Use a quote that makes sense
• Show an understanding of the narrative
• Be detailed
• Use exploratory language e.g. possibly, seems to, suggests
• Include context
• Develop links
• Include examples
• Use name of the word type e.g. verb
• Develop what affect this has on the poem as a whole
• Quote integration
• Succinct expression
• Sophisticated discussion of the narrator’s attitudes
• Show understanding of complexities
• Detailed analysis of Rossetti’s intentions
• Include multiple adjectives in the topic sentence
• Don't repeat words from the topic sentence
• How does the narrator feel?
• Effects of rhyme
• Think about the effect on the reader
• When comparing include quotes from both poems
• Don't just define words
• Don't say it is clear/obvious
• Doesn't fit with the stereotype or was unusual
• Stay focused on the point introduced in the topic sentence
• Use relevant vocab
• Make sure topic sentence is clear
• The use of... emphasizes
• Link to the question
• What is the literal meaning and the metaphorical meaning?