Elements of Poetry

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Kadijah Arnold
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of rhyme in poetry?
Repetition of similar words at the end of lines.
Repetition of similar sounds at the beginning of lines.
Repetition of similar themes within a poem.
Repetition of similar sounds at the end of lines or within lines.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using imagery in poetry?
To confuse the reader
To provide historical context
To create abstract concepts
The purpose of using imagery in poetry is to create vivid and sensory experiences for the reader.
Tags
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two things, while a metaphor directly equates two things.
A simile is used to create imagery, while a metaphor is used to convey a deeper meaning.
A simile compares two things that are similar, while a metaphor compares two things that are different.
A simile is a figure of speech, while a metaphor is a type of literary device.
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CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the term 'stanza' in poetry?
A type of musical instrument
A type of dance in poetry
A type of punctuation mark
A group of lines in a poem
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CCSS.RL.5.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of alliteration in poetry?
The repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of neighboring words or stressed syllables.
The repetition of the same vowel sound at the end of neighboring words or stressed syllables.
The repetition of the same consonant sound at the end of neighboring words or stressed syllables.
The repetition of the same vowel sound at the beginning of neighboring words or stressed syllables.
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CCSS.RL.5.4
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using repetition in poetry?
The purpose of using repetition in poetry is to distract the reader from the main message of the poem.
The purpose of using repetition in poetry is to create a sense of monotony and boredom.
The purpose of using repetition in poetry is to confuse the reader and make the poem difficult to understand.
The purpose of using repetition in poetry is to create emphasis, reinforce themes, and create rhythm and musicality.
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CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the term 'meter' in poetry?
A type of musical instrument
Rhythmic structure of a verse
A unit of length
A form of punctuation
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CCSS.L.5.6
CCSS.RI.5.4
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of personification in poetry?
Attributing human qualities to non-human objects or abstract ideas.
Creating a metaphor by comparing human qualities to non-human objects or abstract ideas.
Describing human emotions through non-human objects or abstract ideas.
Using non-human objects or abstract ideas to represent human qualities.
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CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using symbolism in poetry?
The purpose of using symbolism in poetry is to confuse the reader.
The purpose of using symbolism in poetry is to make the poem longer.
The purpose of using symbolism in poetry is to distract from the main theme.
The purpose of using symbolism in poetry is to convey deeper meanings and emotions.
Tags
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
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