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Sestina Poem

Authored by Sarah Williams

English

12th Grade

CCSS covered

Sestina Poem
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the structure of a sestina poem?

The structure of a sestina poem involves six stanzas of six lines each, followed by a three-line stanza, with a specific pattern of repeating end words.

The structure of a sestina poem involves five stanzas of five lines each

A sestina poem consists of seven stanzas with varying line lengths

In a sestina poem, the end words do not repeat in a specific pattern

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.13

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How many stanzas are typically in a sestina poem?

8

10

4

6

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.13

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the purpose of repeating end words in a sestina poem?

To confuse the reader

To create a sense of chaos

The purpose of repeating end words in a sestina poem is to create a structured and cohesive form while adding a unique challenge for the poet.

To make the poem easier to understand

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the role of enjambment in a sestina poem?

Enjambment in a sestina poem helps maintain the structure and continuity of the repeated end words throughout the poem.

Enjambment in a sestina poem is not used to connect the repeated end words

Enjambment in a sestina poem disrupts the flow of the repeated end words

Enjambment in a sestina poem introduces new end words in each stanza

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the recommended number of syllables per line in a sestina poem?

8

12

7

10

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the traditional theme of a sestina poem?

War, conflict, or violence

Celebration, joy, or happiness

Nature, wildlife, or environment

Love, longing, or nostalgia

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is a common strategy for selecting end words in a sestina poem?

Select random words from a dictionary

Choose six words that will be repeated in a specific pattern throughout the poem.

Use synonyms for the same word

Pick words that do not relate to each other

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