2.10: The Poison Tree (symbolism and meaning) Think about the title “The Poison Tree.” What image comes to mind? Predict what this poem will be about.

2.10: During Reading Read poem aloud as a class As you read “A Poison Tree,” circle any words you are unsure of the meaning of. Look them up and put a synonym in its place. After reading the poem, now what do you think it is about? Jot down some ideas in your spiral.

SIFTT (Copy table into spiral. Do not copy instructions)) Literary Element Text Details/examples of element Effects/meaning – how does it impact the text? Symbol Underline in text and mark with a S – write examples here Annotate text, then write how this effects the piece or how it adds meaning here. Imagery Underline in text and mark with an I – write examples here Figurative Language Underline in text and mark with a F – write examples here Tone Underline in text and mark with a T- write examples here Theme Discuss and determine a thematic statement. Write your thematic statement here Discuss theme with your table group. Modify your thematic statement here if needed.

Comparison “The Cask of Amontillado” and “A Poison Tree” address the topic of revenge. Discuss with your group how the authors develop this topic. Analyze and identify the following points and provide specific details from both the story and the poem. How is the topic presented (POV)? How do the texts use imagery? How do they use irony? Then discuss a shared theme. As a group, write a thematic statement connecting the ideas presented in both texts. Use the following format: “The narration of “The Cask of Amontillado” and “A Poison Tree” both present the idea that revenge __________________________