Poetry Elements

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What is the term for words that imitate or suggest the sound of what they describe?

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onomatopoeia

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What literary device uses 'like' or 'as' to compare seemingly unlike things?

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simile

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In what structure is poetry usually arranged?

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lines

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What term describes language that communicates ideas beyond the literal meanings of words?

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figurative language

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What is an example of onomatopoeia?

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hiss, thud

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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 make a comparison, while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

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What is the purpose of figurative language in poetry?

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To create imagery and convey deeper meanings beyond the literal interpretation.

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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.

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What is the effect of using alliteration in poetry?

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It creates rhythm and can enhance the musical quality of the poem.

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.