poetic features Flashcards
1
Q
rhyme
A
- repetition of similar sounding words in poems and songs
effect
- gives the poem rhythm
- emphasizes the meaning of the rhyming words
2
Q
rhythm
A
- sound patterns created by the repetition of patterns or stress syllables
effect
- rhythms can evoke different moods
- can resemble noise like a conversation
3
Q
run on line
A
- a line of poetry that has no punctuation at the end
effect
- link poetry and ideas together
- creates pace
4
Q
end stopped line
A
- a line of poetry with a definite pause at the end
effect
- a pause creates emphasis on the last word or what comes next
- helps create rhythm
5
Q
mid line punctuation
A
- a line of poetry with no punctuation in the middle
effect
- creates emphasis
6
Q
free verse
A
- unrhymed verse with no regular rhythm
effect
- used to express ideas without constraint
- represent freedom or lack of boundaries
