Poem Flashcard

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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, such as in the phrase 'Powerful pandas punch parrots.'

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Who is Shel Silverstein?

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Shel Silverstein was an American poet, singer-songwriter, and children's author known for his whimsical and insightful poetry.

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What is rhyme in poetry?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds at the end of lines in poetry, creating a musical quality.

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What is a stanza?

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A stanza is a grouped set of lines in a poem, often separated by a space, similar to a paragraph in prose.

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How many lines are typically in a poem?

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The number of lines in a poem can vary widely; for example, a poem can have 1, 5, 10, or even 100 lines.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses figures of speech to convey meanings that are different from the literal interpretation, such as metaphors and similes.

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What is the purpose of a poem?

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The purpose of a poem can vary; it may aim to express emotions, tell a story, or convey a message in a creative way.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting they are alike in a significant way.

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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', such as 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery involves using descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.