Poetic Elements

Match each poetic term with its correct purpose or definition.

• Stanza

• Organizes ideas or themes; creates a pause for reflection; establishes patterns.

• Poetic form

• Describes the rhyme scheme of the entire poem.

• Meter

• Indicates the number of syllables in each line.

• Rhyme scheme

• Defines the type of poem being written.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

In a songwriting class, Evelyn notices that the chorus of a song repeats several times. What is the purpose of this repetition in the song?

• Reinforces themes or ideas; adds rhythm or cohesion.

• Introduces new characters to the song.

• Changes the setting of the song.

• Explains the meaning of difficult words.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

Aria is writing a poem and wants to use language that conveys deeper meaning or creates vivid imagery. Which poetic element should she use?

• Figurative Language

• Rhyme Scheme

• Literal Language

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

What is the definition of 'Assonance'?

• The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

• The use of words that imitate sounds.

• The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

• A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

What is the purpose of 'Rhythm' in a poem?

• Gives the poem a musical quality; affects mood.

• Describes the setting of the poem.

• Identifies the main character.

• Explains the poem's theme.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Match the Poetic Element to its Definition:

• A single row of words in a poem.

• Meter

• The pattern of beats in a poem.

• Rhyme Scheme

• The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

• Assonance

• The pattern of rhyming words at the end of lines.

• Line

• Reusing words, phrases, or lines.

• Repetition

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the definition of tone in poetry?

• The attitude or emotion conveyed by the poet.

• The rhyme scheme of the poem.

• The number of syllables in each line.

• The use of figurative language.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The purpose of free verse in poetry is (a)  

• to offer creative freedom; mimics natural speech
• follow strict rhyme and meter rule
• to require the use of archaic language

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Benjamin is editing his poem and carefully adds commas, periods, dashes, and other marks to clarify his meaning. What poetic element is he using?

• Punctuation

• Alliteration

• Metaphor

• Imagery

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

What is the purpose of rhyme in poetry?

• Adds cohesion and musicality; reinforces key ideas.

• To confuse the reader with complex words.

• To make the poem longer without adding meaning.

• To ensure every poem follows the same structure.

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CCSS.RL.7.4