Elements of Poetry

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What is a line break in poetry?

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A line break is where each line of text ends, creating a space between stanzas.

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What are stanzas made up of?

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Stanzas are made up of lines.

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What does imagery in poetry appeal to?

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Imagery appeals to your five senses.

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What is a group of lines within a poem called?

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A group of lines within a poem is called a stanza.

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Does a poem have to contain rhyme to be considered a poem?

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No, a poem does not have to contain rhyme.

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What is a poem?

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A poem is a piece of writing that expresses feelings, ideas, or tells a story in a creative way.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?

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Figurative language enhances the meaning and adds depth to the poem.

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What is a rhyme scheme?

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A rhyme scheme is the pattern of rhymes at the end of each line in a poem.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.