Exploring Poetry for Grade 7

What is a poem?

• A poem is a scientific report on research findings.

• A poem is a literary work that expresses emotions or ideas through structured language.

• A poem is a form of visual art created with paint.

• A poem is a type of musical composition.

Name one type of poem.

• sonnet

• haiku

• limerick

• epic

What is a rhyme scheme?

• A rhyme scheme refers to the theme of a poem.

• A rhyme scheme is a type of meter in poetry.

• A rhyme scheme is a specific type of literary device.

• A rhyme scheme is a pattern of rhymes in poetry.

What does it mean to personify something?

• To attribute human traits or qualities to non-human entities.

• To give animals the ability to speak.

• To describe something in a literal sense.

• To create a character based on a historical figure.

Can a poem tell a story?

• Poems are only meant for expressing emotions, not narratives.

• Yes, a poem can tell a story.

• Only prose can tell a story, not poetry.

• No, a poem cannot tell a story.

What is the purpose of imagery in poetry?

• To provide a summary of the poem's themes.

• To create a rhythmic structure in the poem.

• The purpose of imagery in poetry is to evoke sensory experiences and create vivid mental pictures.

• To simplify complex ideas for the reader.

What is a stanza?

• A stanza is a type of rhyme scheme.

• A stanza is a single line in a poem.

• A stanza is a poetic device used for alliteration.

• A stanza is a group of lines in a poem.

How do you identify the theme of a poem?

• The theme of a poem is the central idea or message it conveys.

• The theme is the number of stanzas in the poem.

• The theme is the author's biography.

• The theme is the rhyme scheme of the poem.

What is a metaphor?

• A metaphor is a literal description of an object.

• A metaphor is a synonym for a person.

• A metaphor is a type of simile.

• A metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things.

Why do poets use figurative language?

• To limit the emotional impact of the poem.

• Poets use figurative language to enhance expression and evoke emotions.

• To follow strict grammatical rules and avoid creativity.

• To confuse the reader and obscure meaning.