Poem Theory

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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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 by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia refers to words that phonetically imitate, resemble, or suggest the sound that they describe, such as 'buzz', 'hiss', or 'clang'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse'.

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What is rhyme in poetry?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds in two or more words, often at the end of lines in poems. For example, 'cat' and 'hat'.

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What is the purpose of writing a poem?

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One primary purpose of writing a poem is to express feelings or emotions, allowing the poet to convey personal experiences and insights.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a story or poem, often conveying a life lesson or moral that the reader can take away.

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Who is the writer of a poem called?

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The writer of a poem is called a poet.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses. For example, 'The golden sun set over the tranquil sea'.