Flashcard on Metaphysical, Cavalier, and Neoclassical Poetry

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What characterizes metaphysical poetry?

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Intellectualism and complex imagery.

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Which poet is known for the comparison of lovers to the legs of a compass?

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John Donne.

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Which poet is famous for his romantic and patriotic verses?

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Richard Lovelace.

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What type of couplets are commonly used in Neoclassical poetry?

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Heroic couplets.

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What is a common subject matter in Cavalier poetry?

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Love and pleasure.

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Define metaphysical poetry.

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A style of poetry characterized by intellectual complexity and elaborate metaphors.

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What is the significance of John Donne in metaphysical poetry?

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He is known for his innovative use of metaphors and themes of love and spirituality.

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What themes are prevalent in Cavalier poetry?

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Themes of love, beauty, and the enjoyment of life.

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What distinguishes Neoclassical poetry from other forms?

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Its emphasis on reason, order, and adherence to classical forms.

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Name a key feature of heroic couplets.

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They consist of two rhymed lines of iambic pentameter.