Poetry Terms
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English
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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is personification?
Back
Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or inanimate objects.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of personification.
Back
An example of personification is: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'
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CCSS.L.6.5A
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is hyperbole?
Back
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of hyperbole.
Back
An example of hyperbole is: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'
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CCSS.L.11-12.5A
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an allusion?
Back
An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or piece of literature, often used to make a comparison or to provide context.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of an allusion.
Back
An example of an allusion is: 'He was a real Romeo with the ladies,' referencing Shakespeare's character.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?
Back
Figurative language enhances the meaning, creates imagery, and evokes emotions in poetry.
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CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
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