Poetry, Drama, and Prose Review

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What is the primary focus of poetry in terms of sound?

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Poetry uses rhythm, repetition, meter, and rhyme that affect our sense of sound.

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Define dialogue in the context of literature.

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Dialogue refers to conversations between characters in a text.

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What does the term 'couch potato' mean in informal language?

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A couch potato is a person who likes to sit and watch TV on the couch.

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Why might an author prefer poetry over prose?

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An author may choose poetry to use fewer words that include sound to express ideas, which can be read aloud and made into a song.

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What are the structural elements of poetry?

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Poems are organized in lines with stanzas.

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How does rhythm contribute to the experience of poetry?

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Rhythm creates a musical quality that enhances the emotional impact and flow of the poem.

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What is the difference between prose and poetry?

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Prose is written in sentences and paragraphs, while poetry is structured in lines and stanzas, often using meter and rhyme.

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What role does imagery play in poetry?

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Imagery uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind, enhancing the emotional experience.

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What is a stanza in poetry?

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

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Explain the significance of meter in poetry.

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Meter is the rhythmic structure of a poem, determined by the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.