Structuring Love

Worksheet Description

In this activity, students will delve into the beautiful poem “How Do I Love Thee” by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and explore how parallel structure is employed to enhance its poetic impact.

Students will begin by reading the poem and identifying instances of parallel structure within its verses. They will observe how the poet uses parallelism to structure her expressions of love, noting repeated grammatical patterns or phrases that create a rhythmic and harmonious effect.

Once students have identified the parallel structures in the poem, they will delve deeper into their analysis. They will explain how the poem uses parallel structure to convey a sense of intensity, sincerity, and boundless love. They will explore how the consistent structure and repetition contribute to the poem’s emotional impact and reinforce the theme of unwavering affection.