Poetry Review

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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 that one thing is another, often to highlight a particular quality or characteristic.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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What is the theme of a poem?

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The theme is the central message or underlying idea that the poet wants to convey through the poem.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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What is tone in poetry?

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Tone is the attitude or emotional quality of the poem, which can be conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in poetry?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere of a poem, which evokes certain feelings in the reader.

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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 emphasis.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, often used for emphasis or effect.

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What is symbolism in poetry?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, where a symbol stands for something beyond its literal meaning.