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What is a poem?

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A piece of writing that expresses feelings, ideas, or tells a story in a specific form, often using meter and rhyme.

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True or False: All poems must rhyme.

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False

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Fill in the blank: A poem that tells a story is called a _______.

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narrative poem

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What is the main purpose of imagery in poetry?

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To create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

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Define ‘metaphor’.

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using ‘like’ or ‘as’.

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What is the structure of a sonnet?

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A poem consisting of 14 lines, typically written in iambic pentameter.

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True or False: All sonnets are written in the same rhyme scheme.

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False

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What is the rhyme scheme of a Shakespearean sonnet?

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ABABCDCDEFEFGG

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What is personification?

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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Fill in the blank: The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words is called _______.

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alliteration

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What is a haiku?

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A three-line poem with a 5-7-5 syllable structure, traditionally focusing on nature.

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Identify the theme: ‘Love conquers all’.

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Love

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What is the purpose of a title in a poem?

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To provide insight into the poem’s content or theme.

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True or False: A stanza is a group of lines in a poem.

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True

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What is enjambment?

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The continuation of a sentence or clause from one line of a poem to the next without a pause.

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Fill in the blank: A poem’s _______ is its emotional atmosphere or feeling.

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tone

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses ‘like’ or ‘as’ to compare, while a metaphor does not.

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What is an ode?

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A type of lyrical poem that expresses praise or admiration.

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True or False: All poems have a specific meter.

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False

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What does ‘iambic pentameter’ refer to?

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A metrical pattern of five iambs (an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable) per line.

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Fill in the blank: The central idea or message of a poem is known as its _______.

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theme

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What is a lyric poem?

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A short poem expressing personal feelings and thoughts.

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Identify the literary device: ‘The wind whispered through the trees.’

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Personification

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What is a couplet?

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Two consecutive lines of poetry that usually rhyme.

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True or False: Free verse poems have no specific rules for rhyme or meter.
True
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What is a quatrain?
A stanza or poem consisting of four lines.
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Fill in the blank: 'Time is a thief' is an example of a _______.
metaphor
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What is the tone of a poem?
The attitude or emotional quality expressed by the poet.
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What is a ballad?
A narrative poem that tells a story, often of folklore or legend.
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True or False: The speaker of a poem is always the poet.
False
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What is an apostrophe in poetry?
A figure of speech in which the poet addresses an absent person or a personified object.
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Fill in the blank: A poem that has no regular meter or rhyme is called _______.
free verse
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What is allusion?
An indirect reference to a person, place, event, or literary work.
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What is a refrain?
A repeated line or group of lines in a poem, often at the end of a stanza.
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True or False: Imagery can only relate to visual descriptions.
False
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What does 'tone' refer to in poetry?
The emotional quality or attitude of the speaker.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ of a poem is the time and place in which it is set.
setting
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What is a metaphorical comparison?
A comparison that describes one thing in terms of another, highlighting similarities.
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What is the function of rhyme in poetry?
To create rhythm, enhance musicality, and unify lines.
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True or False: A poem can have multiple themes.
True
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What is the significance of punctuation in poetry?
To indicate pauses, control the flow, and enhance meaning.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story.
motif
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What is tone in poetry?
The attitude of the poet toward the subject or the audience.
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What is a dramatic monologue?
A type of poem in which a single speaker addresses a silent listener.
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True or False: The form of a poem can affect its meaning.
True
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What is the purpose of meter in poetry?
To create a rhythmic structure that enhances the poem's musicality.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a poem that expresses personal thoughts and feelings.
lyric poem
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What is a limerick?
A humorous five-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme (AABBA).
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What is the role of symbolism in poetry?
To convey deeper meanings through symbols that represent ideas or concepts.
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True or False: All poetry is written in verse.
True
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What is the significance of the poet's choice of words?
It affects the poem's tone, imagery, and overall impact.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ of a poem refers to the feelings it evokes in the reader.
mood
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What is a visual poem?
A poem that uses visual elements to enhance its meaning or form.
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What is a narrative poem?
A poem that tells a story with characters and a plot.
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True or False: Poetry is only meant to be read aloud.
False
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What is an elegy?
A poem written in honor of someone who has died, expressing sorrow and loss.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ of a poem can influence its interpretation.
context
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What is a tercet?
A stanza of three lines.
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What is a free verse poem?
A poem that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter.
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True or False: The speaker and the poet are always the same person.
False
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What is a cacophony in poetry?
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
simile
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What is the main feature of a narrative poem?
It tells a story and includes a plot, characters, and a setting.
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What is assonance?
The repetition of vowel sounds within close proximity.
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True or False: Poetry can only express positive emotions.
False
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What is a stanza break?
A pause between stanzas that can create emphasis or shift in tone.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the main character in a poem.
speaker
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What is an acrostic poem?
A poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word or message.
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What is the significance of line breaks in poetry?
They can create emphasis, control pacing, and affect the poem's rhythm.
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True or False: Poetry is the same as prose.
False
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What is the purpose of a poetry analysis?
To interpret and evaluate the meaning, structure, and themes of a poem.
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a short poem expressing a strong emotion.
ode
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What is a narrative arc in poetry?
The structure of a story within a narrative poem, including exposition, conflict, and resolution.
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What is the significance of tone shifts in a poem?
They can indicate changes in mood or perspective.
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True or False: The audience's interpretation of a poem can differ from the poet's intention.
True
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What is the effect of using strong verbs in poetry?
They create vivid imagery and enhance emotional impact.
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Fill in the blank: A poem's _______ can change based on the reader's perspective.
meaning

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