1.3 Types of Poems & Figurative Language: S/M/P

Front

What is a Haiku?

Back

A Haiku is a type of poem that has three lines with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5.

Front

What is Free Verse?

Back

Free verse is poetry that does not have a specific rhyme scheme, syllable count, or line length.

Front

What is a Limerick?

Back

A Limerick is a humorous poem with five lines and a specific rhyme scheme (AABBA).

Front

What is Rhymed Verse?

Back

Rhymed verse is poetry that has a specific rhyme scheme and often follows a regular meter.

Front

What is a Simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is a Metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Example of a Simile: 'Her smile is like the sun.' What does this mean?

Back

It means her smile is bright and cheerful.

Front

Example of a Metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' What does this mean?

Back

It means that time can take away moments from our lives without us noticing.

Front

What is the purpose of Figurative Language in poetry?

Back

Figurative language enhances the meaning and emotional impact of the poem.

Front

What does it mean if a poem is described as 'lyrical'?

Back

A lyrical poem expresses personal emotions or feelings, often in a musical style.