1. Richard Cory By Edwin Arlington Robinson

2. How does the poet make us think about themes such as envy, depression and that appearances can be deceptive? Write an introduction which includes: Poet Poem Essay task “Richard Cory” by Edwin Arlington Robinson is a poem set in … about … Although Richard Cory was rich and handsome… The poem makes us think about themes such as envy...

3. How does the poet make us think about themes such as envy, depression and that appearances can be deceptive? MAIN ESSAY – EACH PARAGRAPH Point Evidence Explanation Refer to Q

4. How does the poet make us think about themes such as envy, depression and that appearances can be deceptive? STANZA 1 The opening of the poem introduces Richard Cory and his appearance. He is described as … The word choice “gentleman from sole to crown” suggests … The people of the town clearly felt … This introduces the theme of …

5. How does the poet make us think about themes such as envy, depression and that appearances can be deceptive?