How do I analyse the structure of poetry?

The structure of poetry and the different structural features reveal a great deal about the narrative voice and the overall themes of the specific poem. Here are some of the structural features that can be considered, in order to talk about structure, form, and language all-together, rather than simply language: Enjambment (by flowing on to the next line with lack of punctuation, the language becomes broken up and separated; think about why the poet chooses to break up this specific language features) Length of lines (think about whether there is consistency- e.g. a poem with a relatively strict length of each line may symbolize harmony, or strict rules and rigidity; on the other hand, inconsistent length of lines may emphasize on the themes of liberation and freedom, or on the themes of chaos and turmoil (always link back to the main ideas and themes of the poem). Stanzas and number of lines: are the stanzas couplets, quatrains? How does this affect the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the poem? Punctuation: for example, the use of caesura (punctuation in the middle of the line) signifies a pause, which may symbolize a disruption in the natural rhythm and flow of the poem (perhaps this links to one of the more negative themes the poet is trying to present). Syntax order (word order and sounds): at times, words with pleasant sounds will be used to accentuate the positive, harmonious tone and themes; on the other hand, harsher, unpleasant sounds will create the opposite effect (euphony-soft and cacophony-harsh).