Poetry Terms

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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 each line of a poem, often described using letters to indicate which lines rhyme with each other.

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What does the simile "as fiery as a volcano" mean?

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It means that someone gets really angry.

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What is Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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How does Rhythm affect a poem?

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Rhythm gives a poem a musical quality, enhancing its emotional impact and flow.

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What are Lines in a poem?

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Lines are the individual rows of words in a poem, which can be a single word, a sentence, or part of a sentence.

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What is Assonance?

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Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within nearby words to create rhythm or enhance meaning.

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What is Consonance?

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Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds in close proximity within a sentence or phrase.

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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.

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What is a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things, suggesting they are alike in some way.

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What is a Stanza?

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