Elements of Poetry

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What is a three line stanza called?

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A three line stanza is called a tercet.

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What does a formal poem typically follow?

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A formal poem typically follows a fixed, traditional pattern.

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How is the structure of a poem defined?

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The structure of a poem is defined as the way the words, lines, and groups of lines are arranged.

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What is the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a poem called?

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The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a poem is called meter.

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What characterizes free verse poems?

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Free verse poems do not follow a fixed pattern.

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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.

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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 lines in a poem.

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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'.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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What is the purpose of a simile?

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A simile is used to compare two different things using 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.