Poetic Devices Review E1

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What is the basic unit of measurement in poetry?

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Foot

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Define hyperbole in a scholarly context.

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An exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or rhetorical effect.

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What is a metrical foot?

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A group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm.

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What is enjambment in poetry?

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A poetic device that occurs when a phrase or sentence continues from one line of poetry to the next without punctuation.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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Her smile was like the sun.

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What is the purpose of using a metaphor in poetry?

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To make a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', often to create a deeper meaning.

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

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Define personification in poetry.

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities or abstract concepts.

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What is the effect of using imagery in poetry?

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To create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses, enhancing the reader's experience.

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What is a stanza in poetry?

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A grouped set of lines within a poem, often separated by a space from other stanzas.