Elements of Poetry
A group of lines separated by a space
a stanza
Who are the characters in this drama?
The characters are Lily, Max, Mrs. Green, and the Narrator.
Whose point of view is this passage written from?
The passage is written from a narrator’s point of view, mostly focusing on Emma’s perspective.
Where should you put commas in this address?
123 Maple Street Springfield Illinois, 62704
123 Maple Street, Springfield, Illinois 62704
(Commas after the street, and city, )
Where do you put the quotation marks in this sentence?
She said I am happy today.
She said, “I am happy today.”
(Quotation marks around what she says; comma before the quote)
A group of words in a stanza
a line
What problem does Lily have in Scene 1?
Lily can’t find her favorite book.
How does Emma feel about the park? What words tell you that?
Emma feels calm and happy; words like “loved to watch the birds,” “read her book,” and “smiled” show this.
Which part of this address needs a comma?
456 Oak Avenue, Boston Massachusetts, 02110
456 Oak Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02110
(Commas needed after the city)
True or False: The first word inside quotation marks should start with a capital letter.
True — The first word inside quotation marks should be capitalized.
Are there any words in the poem that rhyme? Can you point them out
Yes, words like “high” and “sky,” “light” and “flight,” “sweet” and “treat,” “spins” and “begins” rhyme.
What role does Mrs. Green play in the story?
Mrs. Green helps find the missing book and gives advice about asking for help.
How does Jack feel about the park? What shows his feelings?
Jack feels excited and playful; words like “running around,” “playing on the swings,” and “laughed loudly” show his feelings.
Why do we use commas in addresses?
We use commas in addresses to separate the parts like street, city, and state so the address is clear and easy to read.
Which sentence is correct?
a) “Hello,” said Sam.
b) “Hello” said Sam.
a) “Hello,” said Sam.
(Correct comma placement)
What is the mood or feeling of the poem? How does the poet show that feeling?
The mood is cheerful and peaceful, shown by words like “dancing softly,” “yummy treat,” and “happy.”
How does the setting of the library help tell the story?
The library setting helps because it is the place where books are kept and found
How is Emma’s perspective different from Jack’s?
Emma’s perspective is quiet and peaceful, while Jack’s is active and energetic.
True or False: You should put a comma between the city and state in an address.
True — a comma goes between the city and state.
Where should the comma go in this sentence?
“I love ice cream” said Jake.
“I love ice cream,” said Jake.
(Comma inside quotation marks before the dialogue tag)
How does the poem change from the beginning to the end?
The poem starts with the butterfly flying high and ends with her happily twirling where her day begins, showing her joyful activity throughout the day.
What lesson does the drama teach about asking for help?
The drama teaches that it’s good to ask for help when you need it.
How does knowing both Emma’s and Jack’s feelings help you understand the story better?
Knowing both feelings helps us see the park as a place for different kinds of fun and enjoyment.
What two commas are needed in this address?
555 Birch Lane, Austin Texas 73301
555 Birch Lane, Austin, Texas, 73301
(Commas after city and state)
Rewrite this sentence with correct punctuation:
“lets go to the park” said Anna.
“Let’s go to the park,” said Anna.
(Capital L, comma inside quotation marks)