Adventures with Words

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What is a poem?

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A poem is a type of writing that expresses feelings, ideas, or tells a story in a creative way, often using rhythm and rhyme.

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What is a stanza?

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A stanza is a group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in a story.

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What does it mean to compare?

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To compare means to look at two or more things to see how they are similar or different.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, helping to create a vivid image.

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What is the purpose of using bold words in a poem?

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Bold words are used to show that they are important or to grab the reader's attention.

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What is repetition in poetry?

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Repetition is when certain words or phrases are repeated in a poem to emphasize an idea or create rhythm.

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What is the meaning of 'rhyme'?

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Rhyme is when two or more words have the same ending sound, often used in poetry to create a musical quality.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping the reader to visualize scenes or feelings.

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What does it mean when a poet 'keeps at something'?

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It means the poet continues to work on something until it is finished, showing determination.

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What is the theme of a poem?

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The theme is the main idea or message that the poet wants to convey through their writing.