Limerick

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What is a limerick?

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A limerick is a type of poem that is humorous and has a specific structure.

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What is the rhyme scheme of a limerick?

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The rhyme scheme of a limerick is AABBA.

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How many lines does a limerick have?

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A limerick has five lines.

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What is the meter of a limerick?

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The meter of a limerick typically follows anapestic meter, with three beats in the first, second, and fifth lines, and two beats in the third and fourth lines.

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Which lines of a limerick rhyme together?

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The 1st, 2nd, and 5th lines rhyme with each other, while the 3rd and 4th lines rhyme with each other.

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What is a common theme in limericks?

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Limericks often have humorous or whimsical themes.

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What is an example of a word that rhymes with 'cat'?

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Hat.

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What is an example of a word that rhymes with 'rain'?

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Pain.

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What is the purpose of a limerick?

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The purpose of a limerick is to entertain and amuse the reader.

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Can limericks tell a story?

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Yes, limericks can tell a short, humorous story.