For this exercise, critically read the short poem “Astronomy Lesson” by Alan Shapiro, using the 6 steps listed below. This can be completed in MS Word by inserting highlights/underlines, adding brackets, inserting comment bubbles (number 3, 4, 5 and 6). When finished, upload and submit your newly marked poem. 6 Steps to Critical Reading 1. Highlight or underline what you feel are the key words and sentences of the text. 2. Bracket important passages 3. Connect related ideas (in the text) by inserting your own marginal comments. 4. Circle words to be defined and look them up. 5. Outline main ideas in the margin in your own words. 6. Write brief comments and questions for discussion in the margins.