Poetry Literary Devices

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What is Repetition in poetry?

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Repetition is the use of a word, sound, or phrase more than once in a poem to emphasize a feeling or idea.

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What is a Symbol in poetry?

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A symbol is an object, person, or idea that represents something beyond itself, conveying deeper meanings.

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What is External Rhyme?

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External rhyme refers to the rhyming of words at the end of lines in a poem. For example, in 'The Raven', the rhyme scheme is ABCBBB.

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What is Personification?

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Personification is a literary device where nonhuman subjects are given human characteristics, making them relatable.

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What is Imagery in poetry?

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Imagery involves the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize and experience the author's ideas.

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What is Alliteration?

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

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What is a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

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What is Tone in poetry?

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Tone refers to the attitude or emotional quality of the poem, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is Diction?

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Diction is the choice of words and style of expression that an author uses in their writing, which can affect the tone and meaning.

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What is Theme in poetry?

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message of a poem, often reflecting on universal human experiences.