Poetry Formative ( A)

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What is a rhyme scheme?

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A rhyme scheme is a pattern of rhymes at the end of each line of a poem, often described using letters (e.g., ABAB).

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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 by stating that one is the other (e.g., 'My father is a bear in the morning').

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Who is the poet?

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The poet is the writer of the poem.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is a poetic tool that helps readers visualize or imagine the words on the page, often using descriptive language.

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What does 'there' mean?

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'There' is used to refer to a place or location.

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What is repetition in poetry?

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Repetition is a poetic device where words or phrases are repeated to create emphasis or rhythm.

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What is a stanza?

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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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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as' (e.g., 'as brave as a lion').

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What is the purpose of a poem?

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The purpose of a poem is to express emotions, tell a story, or convey ideas in a creative and artistic way.

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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 (e.g., 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore').