Diction in Poetry

An author's word choice 

• diction 

• tone 

• mood

• syntax

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Diction is the literary term that means

• The connections we have with words

• An author's choice of words

• The definition of words

• The common way of speaking with friends

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Which of the following does NOT describe diction?

• Specific word choice

• A type of rhyme

• Using formal or informal language

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What is the primary focus of diction in poetry?

• Word choice

• Rhyme scheme

• Meter

• Imagery

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Which of the following best describes diction?

• The author's choice of words

• The rhythm of a poem

• The theme of a poem

• The structure of a poem

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How does diction affect the tone of a poem?

• By influencing the mood

• By determining the rhyme

• By setting the meter

• By creating imagery

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Which element is NOT directly related to diction in poetry?

• Syntax

• Word choice

• Tone

• Plot

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What role does diction play in poetry analysis?

• It helps understand the author's intent

• It determines the poem's length

• It sets the rhyme scheme

• It defines the poem's structure

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Which of the following is an example of formal diction?

• Utilizing sophisticated vocabulary

• Using slang

• Employing colloquial expressions

• Incorporating regional dialects

What is the effect of using informal diction in poetry?

• Creates a conversational tone

• Establishes a formal tone

• Enhances the poem's structure

• Defines the poem's theme

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