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how english Works: acTiViTY Punctuation and Rhythm of the Poem 2.5
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Learning Objective
• Plan and deliver a brief oral presentation on how the punctuation of a poem can create mood and dramatic effects.
Punctuation and Rhythm
In “Oranges” the narrator is the author, telling about young love from the past. The poem uses punctuation and rhythm to help the reader visualize the plot but also clues in the reader about how the lines should be read. The author uses different punctuation to create mood and dramatic effects.
Language Resources: Punctuation and Rhythm
Punctuation
Action/Effect
Example
Period [.]
Long pause/dramatic pause
I didn’t say anything.
Comma [,]
Short , quick pause/fast pace of events
I fingered a nickel in my pocket, then an orange,
Em-dash [—]
Longer pause than a comma/ dramatic pause and anticipation
And asked what she wanted—
Read the poem “Oranges” aloud with the correct pauses. Use the Language Resources chart to help you. Then write three examples in the chart of lines from the poem that are short and choppy but show a change in mood. Then explain how the mood changes.
Example of Short, choppy Sentence
change in Mood
A dog barked at me, until She came out pulling
At her gloves, face bright With rouge.
The mood changes quickly from one of loud barks to a bright, beautiful face of a young girl in love.
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