StudySync Unit 2B: Same Team - Poetry Terms

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What is the definition of impromptu?

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Impromptu means unplanned or unrehearsed.

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What is the definition of technique in the context of performance?

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Technique refers to the way a particular task or performance is done.

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What is a stanza in poetry?

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A stanza is a group of lines in a poem.

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What does stoop refer to in a residential context?

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A stoop refers to a porch, entryway steps, or entrance to a house.

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What is the definition of wardrobe?

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A wardrobe is a large, tall, wooden cabinet in which to hang or store clothes.

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What is the purpose of a poem?

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The purpose of a poem is to express emotions, ideas, or tell a story through structured language.

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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'.

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What is the definition of imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is the role of rhyme in poetry?

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Rhyme enhances the musical quality of a poem and can create rhythm and structure.

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What is the definition of alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.