‘Assisi’ Lesson 2

Learning Intentions Focus on the poet’s stance and how this is conveyed through MacCaig’s poetic techniques. Consider the wider implications of this point of view and what the poet could be saying about the world as a whole. Think about the structure of the poem and the main analysis points.

Analysis

Odd One Out – Poet’s Stance Look at the list of words below and identify the odd one out: DisgustSympathyCompassion AngerUnderstandingPity

Poet’s Stance – Circle of Viewpoints Depending on your number, put yourself in the shoes of a character within the poem. Answer the following questions and be prepared to report back your ideas to the class 1.The begger 2.The poet 3.The priest 4.The tourists

Poet’s Stance – Circle of Viewpoints How do you feel? What makes you say that? (use evidence from the poem) Why do you act this way?

Poet’s Stance In groups (taking on board what was said by the poet), identify: How the poet feels about the beggar with reference to the text. How the poet feels about the priest with reference to the text. How the poet feels about the tourists with reference to the text. How the poet wants YOU to feel about all of the characters.

Structure Notes