Find a poem that uses a simile to describe a feeling of loneliness.
Bonus:
* Can you identify the specific object being compared to the feeling of loneliness?
* What effect does this comparison have on the poem's overall message?
This question encourages:
* Active reading: Participants must carefully analyze poems to find a specific literary device.
* Critical thinking: They need to understand the function and impact of a simile within the context of the poem.
* Discussion and debate: The bonus questions spark further analysis and interpretation.
This is just one example, you can adapt it to different themes, poets, or literary devices!