3P Poetry Terms Flashcardizz

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What is rhyme?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounding words, typically at the end of lines in poems, creating a musical effect.

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What does tone refer to in poetry?

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Tone refers to the speaker's attitude or emotional quality in a poem, which may differ from the poet's own feelings.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human-like characteristics are attributed to non-human entities or abstract ideas.

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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 unrelated things, suggesting they are alike in some way.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is the use of words that imitate the natural sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two different things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.

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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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What is rhythm in poetry?

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Rhythm is the pattern of sounds and silences in a poem, created by the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers visualize scenes and experience emotions.