Quick poetry terms review

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?

• The classroom was a zoo.

• She sings like an angel.

• The wind howled in the night.

• The leaves danced in the breeze.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the rhyme scheme of the following stanza? ``` Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonder what you are! Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky. ```

• ABAB

• AABB

• ABBA

• ABCD

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the tone of the following lines: "The storm raged on, relentless and fierce, as the night grew darker."

• Hopeful

• Frightening

• Joyful

• Calm

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.

• The stars winked at me.

• She is as quiet as a mouse.

• The river sang a sweet song.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the rhyme scheme of this line "Roses are red, violets are blue, my best friend is Ted, and I don't know you"

• A A B B
• A B B A
• A B A B
• B A B A

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the main purpose of using a rhyme scheme in poetry?

• To make the poem longer

• To create rhythm

• To confuse the reader

• To provide factual information

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which poetic device is used in the line "The wind whispered through the trees"?

• Hyperbole

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

What is the effect of using alliteration in poetry?

• To provide factual information

• To confuse the reader

• To lengthen the poem

• To create a musical effect

Identify the mood of the following lines: "The sun set slowly, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink."

• Melancholic

• Serene

• Chaotic

• Ominous