poetry

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Do all poems have to rhyme?

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No, not all poems have to rhyme.

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What is the term for the writer of a poem?

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The writer of a poem is called a poet.

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What are words with similar ending sounds called?

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Words with similar ending sounds are called rhymes.

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What is the basic structure of poetry?

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Poetry is written in lines and stanzas.

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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, similar to a paragraph in prose.

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Can poetry include forms other than traditional verse?

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Yes, poetry can include forms such as free verse, which does not follow traditional rules.

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What is free verse poetry?

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Free verse poetry is a type of poetry that does not adhere to a specific rhyme scheme or meter.

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What is a rhyme scheme?

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A rhyme scheme is the pattern of rhymes at the end of each line of a poem.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader.