14.4 DN Identifying Repetition in Poetry

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What is repetition in poetry?

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Repetition in poetry is the deliberate use of the same word, phrase, or line multiple times to create emphasis, rhythm, or a particular effect.

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Why is repetition used in poetry?

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Repetition is used in poetry to emphasize a theme, create a musical quality, enhance emotional impact, and help convey the poem's message.

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What effect does repetition have on the reader?

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Repetition can create a sense of urgency, continuity, or rhythm, making the poem more memorable and impactful.

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Identify an example of repetition for emphasis in poetry.

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An example is: 'The waves crash, crash on the shore.' This emphasizes the action of crashing waves.

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What is the purpose of repetition in the line 'Over the hills and far away, over the hills and far away'?

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The purpose is to create a musical rhythm.

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How does repetition affect the tone of a poem?

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Repetition can enhance the tone by reinforcing emotions, creating a sense of nostalgia, urgency, or joy.

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What is an example of a repeated phrase in a famous poem?

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In 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, the phrase 'Rage, rage against the dying of the light' is repeated.

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What is the repeated word in the line 'The sun sets, and the sun rises, and the sun shines bright'?

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The repeated word is 'sun'.

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How can repetition contribute to the theme of a poem?

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Repetition can highlight key themes by drawing attention to specific ideas or emotions that the poet wants to convey.

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What is the difference between repetition and refrain in poetry?

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Repetition refers to the use of the same words or phrases throughout a poem, while a refrain is a specific line or group of lines that are repeated at regular intervals.