Poetry Elements

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What is alliteration?

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Repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of several words in a sentence or line. Example: 'Sally sells seashells by the seashore.'

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Use of words that sound like the noises they describe. Example: 'buzz', 'bang', 'sizzle'.

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What is an idiom?

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An everyday saying that does not mean exactly what the words say. Example: 'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily.

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What is a ballad?

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A story told in verse with 4-line stanzas and a repetitive refrain; often resembles a song.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison between two things using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Your smile is like the warmth of sunshine.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is a stanza?

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A grouped set of lines in a poem, often separated by a space from other stanzas.

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What is tone in poetry?

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The attitude or emotional quality of the poem, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in poetry?

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The emotional atmosphere created by the poem, affecting how the reader feels.

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What is symbolism in poetry?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities. Example: A dove symbolizes peace.