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

        *Kenneth Patchen's sister has died in a tragic car accident. It presents his grief and over coming of his sister's death. 

          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?

        *Kenneth Patchen is the speaker. Kenneth sounds very sad and almost pleading. I believe the audience is God. 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.?

        *Kenneth is praying for his sister, like a last goodbye or farewell. He is asking God to watch over, take care of and cherish her. 

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

        *Not exactly sure, I'm assuming at night. 

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

        *I think the speaker is at his sisters funeral. 

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

         *I feel as is he is desperate for some sort of assurance of his sister's safety.