Unit 4: Poetry Study Guide

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What is a lyric poem?

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A lyric poem uses 'musical' verse to express the speaker's thoughts.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery uses words to help readers picture something.

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What is a subject complement?

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A subject complement is a word or phrase that follows a linking verb and describes the subject.

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command.

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What does the Latin prefix 'im-' mean?

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The Latin prefix 'im-' means 'into'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things.

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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 figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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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, often separated by a space.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.