Explain how a poem reflects Shelley’s ideas about poetry.
Find a poem that you think reflects ideas in Shelley’s essay.
Consult anthologies, literary magazines, and the websites of literary nonprofits.
Evaluate the credibility of your sources.
Explain how the poem you found in your research reflects the central ideas
of Shelley’s essay.
Answer these questions to see if you are ready to submit your essay.
Does your essay explain the central ideas in Shelley’s essay?
Does your essay connect Shelley’s ideas to a poem you found through research?
Does your essay support your explanation with evidence from the texts?
Does your essay have well-developed paragraphs, including an engaging introduction and a
strong conclusion?
