Assignment+1+The+Original+Sonnet

toc =**__Assignment #1: The Original Sonnet__ **=

According to Romeo, there's **//"much to do with hate, but more with love"//** (I.i.167) As you will notice, Shakespeare incorporated many sonnets into his play //The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet//. The sonnets were utilized to portray the plot, and more importantly, the love between Romeo and Juliet.

Your assignment is to write an original sonnet. Your sonnet should have the theme of LOVE as well. Remember, different types of love exist, and you can be creative in your choice of love: for family, friends, activities, teams, even your favorite food. The RUBRIC is below - make sure you check it carefully before posting your final draft. Remember to check syllables, rhyme scheme, and format. Also, be sure to incorporate three poetic devices. This page might help your rhyming efforts: [|RhymeZone].

**//__What To Do First__// **
Go to your page, which you will find under STUDENT PAGES, and type your sonnet. You should title it: __ASSIGNMENT #1: Original Sonnet__ (check my page for an example). You must also add at least one picture that represents your theme. If your picture is not one that you have personally taken, you must cite it at the bottom of the sonnet.

**__//Sonnet Example// __**
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//__Sonnet Rubric__//
__ Accuracy of Shakespearean Sonnet Form (30) __ __ Content of Poem (30) __ __ Fluency and Word Choice (20) __ __ Title (5) __ __ Poetic Devices (15) __ __ Spelling (-5 each) __ __ Punctuation and Capitalization (-5 each) __ __ Grammar and Usage (-5 each) __ __ Presentation (out of 10) __ __Other__
 * __ Content __**
 * 10 syllables per line
 * 3 quatrains/1couplet
 * rhyme scheme (abab cdcd efef gg)
 * The poem’s theme of love is strong and clear. The theme is addressed in a creative way throughout the first twelve lines of the sonnet.
 * The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader with a feeling that the topic has been skillfully addressed and summarized.
 * Very clever and original
 * All lines sound natural and are fluently written.
 * Poetic rhythm is clear and accurate.
 * Relevant, telling, quality details give the reader important information that goes beyond the obvious or predictable. Each line has a clear and obvious purpose.
 * Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and placement of the words seems accurate, natural and not forced.
 * Lines are not silly or simplistic – you haven’t chosen words simply to make a rhyme
 * Title is creative, sparks interest and is related to the poem and topic
 * Advanced poetic meaning with vivid imagery using a variety of poetic devices throughout (minimum 3)
 * __ Mechanics (points missed) __**
 * Spelling is correct throughout, even on difficult words
 * Correct homonyms are used
 * Punctuation is accurate, creative and consistent throughout
 * Capitalization is correct and consistent throughout
 * Agreement and other grammatical issues are correct
 * The final draft of the poem is readable, clean, neat, and attractive.