Clod and The Pebble

[HAN]

Hi,
In our english literature IGCSE course we are anlysing the Poem "The Clod and The Pebble" so I need to learn some bg information about this poem may smo help me?

Thanks

[Sospira]

Hello, I would like to offer you some advice:

1. If you are drawing a complete blank and need some help...first think and ask yourself some questions:

What imagery is being used and why? (metaphors and similes - basically images that represent ideas)
Are there any particular words that stand out to you, why do you think that is?
Do you get a feeling of a mood or tone in the poem, does it change later on?
What is the structure of the poem and why e.g. how many stanzas?
What ideas if any can you think of about absolutely anything e.g. subject matter, rhyme, rhythm, imagery, vocabulary, mood and tone. Write these ideas down and although what you've written might sound silly at least you've tried and you might be surprised.

2. If you had made a thread including your own notes, saying that you're not sure you've understood the poem but this is your analysis so far, people would appreciate that you have put some effort in and would want to help. But, as it is, it feels like you want us to do all the work and it's kind of rude to expect that.

3. Please type properly, this is a literature site and enthusiasts of literature tend to find 'text speak' and spelling mistakes or hastily written posts with typos very off-putting. We all make typos on forums, but it's obvious when someone just couldn't be bothered to check.

How about telling us first your ideas about 'The Clod and Pebble.' Remember - absolutely anything that it makes you think of, don't worry if it sounds silly.