What is the definition of rhythm in poetry?
Elements of Poetry

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Rhythm is the pattern of sounds and silences in a poem, often created by the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables.
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What is the term for the repetition of initial consonant sounds in a series of words?
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Alliteration.
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What is onomatopoeia?
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Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate the natural sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to.
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Provide an example of a simile.
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"She runs as fast as a cheetah."
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What is the purpose of using imagery in poetry?
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Imagery is used to create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes and emotions.
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What is a metaphor?
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.
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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
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A simile compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as,' while a metaphor states that one thing is another.
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