Poetry Terms 24-25

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What is the term for words that sound alike or similar but not exactly the same?

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Slant rhyme.

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What creates the rhythm of lines of poetry through a pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables?

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Meter.

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What is the term for the blankness or emptiness in poetry that visually creates an aesthetic and affects sound?

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White space.

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How is the pattern of rhyming lines in poetry named, using letters of the alphabet?

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Rhyme scheme.

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What does 'line length' refer to in poetry?

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The distance between the left and right edges of a line.

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What is the effect of slant rhyme in poetry?

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It creates a subtle connection between words without a perfect rhyme, adding complexity to the sound.

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How does meter influence the reading of a poem?

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It establishes a rhythmic structure that can enhance the emotional impact and flow of the poem.

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What role does white space play in poetry?

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It can create pauses, emphasize certain words or lines, and contribute to the overall visual and auditory experience.

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What are the common rhyme schemes used in poetry?

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AABBA, ABAB, ABCB, etc.

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How can line length affect the meaning of a poem?

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It can create emphasis, alter pacing, and influence the reader's interpretation of the poem.