Poetry Focus 2016

The Trusted Guide to Achieving Success in Leaving Cert Poetry

This established poetry anthology for Leaving Certificate Higher Level is the definitive guide to achieving top marks in the exam

Poems

• Concise biographical introductions and overview of prescribed poems provide context for understanding each poet's work
  
  
• Exploratory questions encourage and improve personal responses

Study Notes on each poem

• In-depth, yet accessible, providing a focused discussion of theme and style

Structured analysis of typical exam questions

• Realistic sample graded-paragraphs and full sample essays with Examiner's Comment
  
  
• Guidelines on identifying and using Key Quotes effectively

Exam-focused

• Sample exam questions, marking scheme guidelines and structured essay plans for each poet
  
  
• Essential exam advice builds student confidence