Literature and Poetry Flashcard

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What does the word 'slithy' in 'Jabberwocky' resemble?

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Slither

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What is the essential question discussed in the text?

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Where can imagination lead?

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What type of language does Lewis Carroll use in 'Jabberwocky' to entertain readers?

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Invented language

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What should you do to keep listeners engaged during your presentation?

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Make eye contact with your audience regularly

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What happens to the Jabberwock at the end of the poem?

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The Jabberwock was slain, or killed

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What is a poem?

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A poem is a form of literary expression that uses rhythmic and often metaphorical language to convey emotions or ideas.

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What is the purpose of using invented language in poetry?

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To create a whimsical or fantastical effect that enhances the imaginative experience.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the theme of a poem?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the poem conveys.