Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- How do you think the repetition of phrases and images in this poem affects the way you read it?
- How would the poem be different if it made direct reference to Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt? How does leaving specific references out affect the way you experience the poem?
- Do you think the poem would be different if it were written in the third person? How?
- Who do you think is the speaker of the poem? Why do you think so?
- Do you think the hunting scene described in the poem is beautiful? Why or why not? How does it change over time?
- Are you surprised by the last line? Why or why not?