Exam Review - Poetry Practice

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Inference

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Definition: A logical guess you make based on clues in the text and your own knowledge.

Example: If a character is shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it’s cold outside.

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Imagery

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• Definition: Words and descriptions that create vivid pictures in your mind by appealing to your senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste).

• Example: "The golden leaves crunched under her feet as the cool autumn breeze brushed her face."

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Reasoning

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Definition: The way ideas are connected to explain or prove something in a logical way.

Example: "Since every student needs practice, homework helps reinforce what they learn in class."

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Symbol

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Definition: An object, person, or event that represents a bigger idea or meaning in the story.
Example: In The Hunger Games, the mockingjay is a symbol of rebellion and hope.

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Structure

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Definition: The way a poem is organized, including elements like line length, stanza breaks, rhyme scheme, meter, and rhythm, which all contribute to the overall meaning and impact of the poem on the reader.

Example: A classic example of structured poetry is a sonnet, which typically consists of 14 lines divided into specific stanza patterns with a set rhyme scheme, often used to explore a single theme or idea in depth. Shakespeare's sonnets utilize an iambic pentameter structure.

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Text-Based Evidence

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Definition: Details, quotes, or examples from the text that support your ideas or answers.

Example: Katniss says, ‘I volunteer as tribute,’ showing her bravery to protect her sister.

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Theme

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Definition: The main idea or central message about life the author wants to share in the story.

Example: A theme of The Hunger Games is the importance of survival and resilience.