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SIFT Method for Analyzing Poetry. SIFT Method for Analyzing Poetry. S = symbolism: words and phrases that have meaning of their own and represent something else as well I = imagery: descriptive language that appeals to the senses
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SIFT Method for Analyzing Poetry • S = symbolism: words and phrases that have meaning of their own and represent something else as well • I = imagery: descriptive language that appeals to the senses • F = figurative language and sound devices: including metaphors, hyperbole, alliteration, etc. • T = theme and tone: theme- the truth that is revealed about life/human nature, tone: the author’s attitude, mood- the feelings created by the work