Poetry Terms

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What is a refrain in poetry?

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A phrase or line of poetry that is repeated throughout a poem to create a special effect.

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What does tone refer to in poetry?

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The author’s attitude about their topic, characters, or audience.

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What is a metaphor?

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A comparison that does not use the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is free verse poetry?

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Poetry that does not have a specific rhyme or rhythm.

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What is a couplet?

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Two lines of poetry that rhyme.

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What is meter in poetry?

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The rhythmic structure of a poem, determined by the number of syllables and the pattern of emphasis.

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What is rhyme scheme?

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The pattern of rhymes at the end of each line of a poem.

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What is mood in poetry?

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The emotional atmosphere created by the poem, which evokes feelings in the reader.

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What is diction in poetry?

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The choice of words and style of expression used by the poet.

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What is a quatrain?

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A stanza or poem consisting of four lines.