From: Truth Serum by Naomi Shihab Nye (PLEASE HELP GET THIS RIGHT I DON'TUNDERSTAND POETRY)

The point of view adds to the text by . The perspective provides insight by . The author uses a chronological plot structure to focus attention on (a character, setting, or theme that relates to truth). This is presented in the text when the author states (insert text evidence and explain it).

The author’s use of reveals the theme of . This is present in the text when the author states (insert and explain text evidence). The (controlling idea/theme) of the passage is further explained by the use of imagery which shows . The (specific details of imagery) create a tone which adds to theme by . By personifying , the author is creating a sense of . This is evident when the author states (insert and explain text evidence). The (controlling idea) is further explained through the use of (literary device/image - check the D in your TPDASTT chart) which shows . Literary devices like allow the reader to understand that is the message behind the poem.