Poetry

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What is repetition in poetry?

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Repetition is the use of the same word or phrase multiple times in a poem to emphasize a particular idea or theme.

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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 alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, often used to create rhythm or mood.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting that one thing is another.

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What is a stanza?

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A stanza is a grouped set of lines within a poem, often separated by a space from other stanzas, similar to a paragraph in prose.

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What is rhyme?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds at the end of lines in poetry, often used to create rhythm and musicality.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'whisper', or 'bang'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is the purpose of imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes and emotions.