Determine the basic design of the poem by considering the who, what, when, where, and why of the dramatic situation.

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          What is being dramatized? What conflicts or themes does the poem present, address, or question?

        * an explanation of an animal's vicious brain set and power, comparing it to fire 

          Who is the speaker? Define and describe the speaker and his/her voice. What does the speaker say? Who is the audience? Are other characters involved?

        * The speaker is... who is speaking in awe of a creature, the speaker is talking to himself, and there are no other characters 

          What happens in the poem? Consider the plot or basic design of the action. How are the dramatized conflicts or themes introduced, sustained, resolved, etc.?

        * it describes the mind, body, and markings of the subject

When does the action occur? What is the date and/or time of day?

        * no date mentioned

          Where is the speaker? Describe the physical location of the dramatic moment.

        * unknown or not mentioned

          Why does the speaker feel compelled to speak at this moment? What is his/her motivation?

       * the motivation is awestruck, the speaker is marveling at the creator/creature on the poem