ELA review

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What type of poem is a Limerick?

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

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a Free verse poem?

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A Free verse poem is a type of poetry that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter, allowing the poet more freedom in expression.

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What does the word 'perched' mean?

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In the context of the sentence, 'perched' means 'on top of', as in something resting or sitting lightly on a surface.

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True or False: Summarizing means putting the most important ideas of a text into your own words.

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True.

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What is the main purpose of a poem?

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The main purpose of a poem is to express emotions, ideas, or tell a story in a creative and often rhythmic way.

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What is an acrostic poem?

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An acrostic poem is a type of poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word or message when read vertically.

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What is rhyme in poetry?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds in the final syllables of lines in a poem, often used to create rhythm and musicality.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'bang', or 'sizzle'.

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What is the difference between a poem and a story?

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A poem often focuses on emotions and imagery, while a story typically has a plot, characters, and a sequence of events.