Poetry Styles

What does a synonym diamante poem use?

• Words that sound the same

• Words that mean the same thing

• Words that have no relation

• Words that mean opposite things

Answer explanation

A synonym diamante poem uses words that mean the same thing, making it a poetic form that highlights similarities between two opposing subjects.

How many syllables does line one of a sinclain poem have?

• 8

• 4

• 6

• 2

Answer explanation

Line one of a sinclain poem typically has 2 syllables, making the correct answer choice 2.

What is a key feature of a limerick?

• It has no set rhythm

• It tells a sad story

• It is written without rhymes

• It makes people laugh

Answer explanation

The key feature of a limerick is that it makes people laugh, not telling a sad story, having no set rhythm, or being written without rhymes.

How many lines are there in a limerick?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

Answer explanation

A limerick consists of 5 lines, making the correct answer choice 5. The structure of a limerick is typically AABBA, with the first, second, and fifth lines rhyming, and the third and fourth lines rhyming with each other.

What is the first step in writing an acrostic poem?

• Write down as many words about the topic as you can

• Pick a topic you want to write about

• Find words that match up with the vertical word

• Add extra words to create sentences

Answer explanation

The first step in writing an acrostic poem is to pick a topic you want to write about.

What shape does a diamante poem resemble?

• Circle

• Square

• Diamond

• Triangle

Answer explanation

A diamante poem resembles the shape of a diamond, hence the correct answer is 'Diamond'.

What does an acrostic poem use to build other words or sentences?

• A single word in a horizontal line

• A single word in a vertical line

• Multiple words in a circle

• Multiple words in a grid

Answer explanation

An acrostic poem uses a single word in a vertical line to build other words or sentences, making it the correct choice.

What is poetry that does not follow specific rules, styles, or formats, such as rhyming or patterns?

• lyrical

• free verse

• alliteration

• cinquain

What is a haiku?

• A) A three-line poem with a 5-7-5 syllable structure

• B) A poem with no specific structure

• C) A poem that tells a story

• D) A poem with a rhyming couplet

Which poetry style is known for its 14 lines and a specific rhyme scheme?

• A) Limerick

• B) Sonnet

• C) Haiku

• D) Free verse