Identify the subject of the sonnet, consider the sonnet’s structure, note the sonnet’s diction and imagery,identify the sonnet;s tone( speakers attitude) consider the speakers philosophical. Shakespeare illustrates his own understanding of love in the sonnet. what is Shakespeare definition of love. Dont make your essay a summary of the work or a personal insight . you may include your personal insights and you may refer to other literacy works, focus should be on the ideas and experiences as suggested by Shakespeare sonnet.Refer to the author and title of the work early in the essay, assure your audience that your educated and that they not read the sonnet, Include aspects of the sonnet identified in your writing,include concrete supporting details, cite each quotation and paraphrase using MLA using roman times numeral 12 pt each page should be number like page 1 and so on