Outline and structure of a paragraph

1. PerfectPEELParagraphs
Point Evidence Explanation Language
Make a clearpoint which
answersthe question.
Include an appropriate
line fromthe poemas
evidence.
Fullyexplain your point
andHOW the evidence
selectedsupports your
point.
Poetictechniquesused?
Why isthistechnique
effective? Focuson
language (specific words)
Remember:
- Linkback to theoriginal point in yourexplanation.
- Showpersonal engagement withthe poem!
- Provide an alternativeinterpretation.
Usefulsentencestarters:
The poet usesa metaphor because…. / Forexample…. / Thisisshown in the followingquote….
The poet uses personification,forexample… The impact on us,the readers,is….
The word‘merciless’ isparticularlyimportant asit implies… / Anotherexample of this…
Thisgraphicimageryisextremelyeffective as…. / Thisisparticularlyeffective because….
Use connectives between your
PEEL Paragraphs.
In addition, Similarly, Furthermore

2. Ultimately,the examples/techniquescombine to …. / Thisfurtherreinforcesthe poetsview…
The poet states/suggeststhat…./ Personally,I findthis…../ Thisimplies/conveys/illustrates
An alternative interpretation couldbe…. / The poet encouragesthe readerto contemplate…
When the poem waswritten….(context) / The connotations of thisimage/wordare…