Intro to Poetry

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid and descriptive representations in the reader's mind.

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What point of view is used in the poem 'Mary had a little lamb'?

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The poem is written in 3rd person point of view.

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What are the basic structural components of poetry?

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Poetry is structured in lines and stanzas.

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Define 'rhyme' in the context of poetry.

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Rhyme is the repetition of an ending sound in words, often used to create rhythm and musicality in poetry.

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What is end rhyme?

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End rhyme is a rhyme that occurs at the end of two different lines in a poem.

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What is the purpose of using imagery in poetry?

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The purpose of using imagery is to evoke emotions and create a sensory experience for the reader.

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What is the difference between 1st person and 3rd person point of view in poetry?

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1st person point of view uses 'I' or 'we' and reflects the speaker's personal experiences, while 3rd person point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and describes events from an outside perspective.

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What is a stanza in poetry?

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A stanza is a grouped set of lines within a poem, often separated by a space from other stanzas, similar to a paragraph in prose.

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What is the effect of rhyme scheme in poetry?

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Rhyme scheme creates a pattern of sounds that can enhance the musical quality of a poem and contribute to its overall structure.

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What is a metaphor in poetry?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as,' suggesting they are alike in a significant way.