Diamante Poems

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What is a diamante?

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A diamante is a type of poem.

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How many main topics are in a diamante poem?

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A diamante poem involves 2 main topics.

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Where are the main topics found in a diamante poem?

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The main topics are found at the top and bottom of the poem.

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How many lines does a diamante poem have?

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A diamante poem has 7 lines.

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What parts of speech are included in a diamante poem?

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A diamante includes nouns, verbs (present participle), and adjectives.

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What is the structure of a diamante poem?

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A diamante poem is structured in a diamond shape, with the first and last lines representing the two main topics.

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Can a diamante poem have a theme?

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Yes, a diamante poem can have a theme that connects the two main topics.

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What is the purpose of a diamante poem?

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The purpose of a diamante poem is to contrast or compare two different subjects.

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What is an example of a diamante poem?

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Example: 'Dog' (top topic) - 'Cat' (bottom topic) - with descriptive words in between.

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What is the first line of a diamante poem?

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The first line of a diamante poem is a noun that represents the first main topic.