Poetry Quiz

What are the elements of poetry?

• Rhyme, rhythm, imagery, metaphor, simile, repetition

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Characters, plot, setting, conflict

• Noun, verb, adjective, adverb

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

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CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the purpose of rhyme in poetry?

• To decrease the impact of certain words

• To confuse the reader

• To make the poem longer

• To create rhythm and emphasize certain words or ideas.

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor in poetry?

• A simile compares two things while a metaphor compares three or more things

• A simile and a metaphor are the same thing

• A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two things, while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

• A simile is used in prose while a metaphor is used in poetry

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CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.3.9

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What is the role of imagery in poetry?

• It's just for decoration

• It has no role

• It confuses the reader

• It creates vivid experiences for the reader.

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CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the role of rhythm in poetry?

• It creates a musical and emotional flow

• It is only important in prose, not poetry

• It only serves to confuse the reader

• It has no impact on the poem

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

What does 'stanza' mean in poetry?

• A musical instrument

• A unit of lines in a poem

• A dance in poetry

• A food in poetry

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CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What is the purpose of alliteration in poetry?

• To create a rhythmic effect, emphasize words, or create a mood.

• To confuse the reader

• To provide historical context

• To create a sense of urgency

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

How does a poet use repetition to convey meaning?

• By annoying the reader with unnecessary repetition

• By emphasizing key ideas, creating rhythm, and reinforcing the theme.

• By using repetition to meet word count requirements

• By confusing the reader and making the poem hard to understand

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CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the role of metaphors in poetry?

• To make the poem harder to understand

• To add complexity to the poem

• To create a vivid image by comparing two unlike things

• To make the poem longer

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CCSS.RI.3.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

What is the purpose of personification in poetry?

• To give human traits to non-human entities, creating a relatable and vivid image

• To confuse the reader

• To lengthen the poem

• To make the poem sound scientific

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5