Poetry Review

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What is the beat of a poem called?

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Rhythm

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What is the message of a poem called?

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Theme

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What is a METAPHOR? Give an example.

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

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What type of poem tells a story?

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Narrative

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What are IMAGERY and its purpose in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid pictures in the reader's mind. It enhances the emotional experience of the poem.

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What is RHYME in poetry?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds in the final syllables of lines, often used to create rhythm and musicality.

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What is TONE in poetry?

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Tone refers to the attitude or emotional quality of the poem, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is a LYRIC poem?

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A lyric poem expresses personal emotions or thoughts, often in a musical style.

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What is FREE VERSE?

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Free verse is a type of poetry that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter.

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What is ALLITERATION?

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