Poetry Terms

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What is personification in poetry?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Define stanza in the context of poetry.

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A stanza is a grouped set of lines within a poem, often separated by a space from other stanzas, and typically follows a specific pattern of rhyme and meter.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the definition of poetry?

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Poetry is a literary form that expresses ideas, emotions, or stories through the use of rhythmic and often metaphorical language, typically structured in verses.

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What are rhyming words?

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Rhyming words are words that have the same ending sound, often used in poetry to create rhythm and musicality.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?

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Figurative language enhances the meaning, creates imagery, and evokes emotions by expressing ideas in creative and non-literal ways.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Explain the term 'imagery' in poetry.

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Imagery refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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Define 'theme' in poetry.

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message of a poem, often reflecting broader human experiences or emotions.

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