CKLA Unit 3: Poetry

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two things directly, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'She is as brave as a lion.'

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. For example, 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

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What is an anaphora?

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Anaphora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. For example, 'Every day, every night, in every way, I am getting better and better.'

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What is a question?

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A question is a sentence that asks for information or an answer. For example, 'What time is it?'

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What is a declaration?

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A declaration is a sentence that makes an announcement or statement. For example, 'I love to read books.'

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What is a command?

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A command is a sentence that tells someone to do something. For example, 'Please close the door.'

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What is an exclamation?

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An exclamation is a sentence that expresses strong emotion or excitement. For example, 'Wow! That was amazing!'

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What is the purpose of a poet's journal?

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A poet's journal is used by poets to jot down ideas, thoughts, and observations that can inspire their poetry.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes and emotions.