Literary Terms and Poetry Quiz

What is a 'stanza' in poetry?

• A form of narrative

• A poetic device

• A group of lines

• A type of rhyme

What does 'poetic diction' refer to?

• The rhythm of a poem

• The theme of a poem

• The language of poetry

• The structure of a poem

What is the stress pattern of a dactyl?

• Stress on the last syllable

• Equal stress on all syllables

• No stress at all

• Stress on the first syllable

Which of the following is an example of an epic?

• A musical composition

• A long narrative poem celebrating a hero

• A type of sonnet

• A short story

What is the main characteristic of a ballad?

• It can be poetic or musical

• It has no specific structure

• It is always humorous

• It is a type of essay

How many lines does a sonnet have?

• 16 lines

• 10 lines

• 12 lines

• 14 lines

What is the purpose of a hymn?

• To entertain

• To tell a story

• To express grief

• To worship

What does 'mood' refer to in poetry?

• The poet's attitude

• The emotional atmosphere

• The structure of the poem

• The rhyme scheme

What type of poem expresses deep thoughts or feelings?

• Ballad

• Ode

• Sonnet

• Elegy

What is an elegy?

• A humorous poem

• A mournful poem about a dead person

• A poem about nature

• A joyful poem