Poetry Practice

What is poetry?

• Poetry is a form of literary expression that uses rhythmic and often metaphorical language to evoke emotions and ideas.

• Poetry is a type of writing that focuses solely on factual information.

• Poetry is a genre of literature that is always written in prose.

• Poetry is a form of communication that avoids the use of figurative language.

What is rhyme scheme?

• A method of writing poetry without any specific structure.

• The pattern of rhymes at the end of each line of a poem, often described using letters to indicate which lines rhyme.

• A technique used to create imagery in poetry.

• A type of meter used in poetry to determine the rhythm.

What is a line in poetry?

• A line is a single row of words in a poem, which can vary in length and structure.

• A line is a type of stanza that contains multiple verses.

• A line is a poetic device used to create rhythm and meter.

• A line is a collection of stanzas that form a complete poem.

What does 'lapsed on earth' suggest about the baby tortoise?

• It suggests that the baby tortoise is in a state of rest and has just begun to experience life outside its shell.

• It indicates that the baby tortoise is lost and unable to find its way back to its home.

• It means that the baby tortoise is sleeping and unaware of its surroundings.

• It implies that the baby tortoise is in danger and needs immediate help.

What does 'solitary bite' imply about the tortoise's journey?

• It implies that the tortoise is beginning to take independent actions and steps towards self-sufficiency.

• It suggests that the tortoise is lost and unable to find its way.

• It indicates that the tortoise is seeking companionship on its journey.

• It means the tortoise is taking a break from its travels.

What is the theme of a poem?

• The theme is the central idea or message that the poet conveys through the poem.

• The theme is the rhyme scheme used in the poem.

• The theme is the number of stanzas in the poem.

• The theme is the poet's personal experience while writing the poem.

What is personification?

• A literary device that uses exaggeration for emphasis.

• A technique where human qualities are attributed to non-human things or abstract concepts.

• A method of comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

• A form of writing that focuses on the emotions of the author.

What does 'indomitable' mean in the context of the poem?

• A. The baby tortoise is weak and easily defeated.

• B. The baby tortoise is strong and cannot be subdued or overcome, showing confidence.

• C. The baby tortoise is afraid and hesitant to move.

• D. The baby tortoise is playful and carefree.

How does imagery enhance a poem?

• It uses complex vocabulary to confuse the reader.

• It creates mental pictures that help readers visualize and connect emotionally with the poem.

• It focuses solely on the poem's rhythm and meter.

• It eliminates the need for interpretation by providing clear answers.

What is the difference between a poem and a paragraph?

• A poem is a prose form that presents ideas in sentences, while a paragraph often uses structured lines and stanzas with rhythm and rhyme.

• A poem often uses structured lines and stanzas with rhythm and rhyme, while a paragraph is a prose form that presents ideas in sentences.

• A poem is always longer than a paragraph and contains more complex vocabulary.

• A paragraph is a type of poem that does not use any rhythm or rhyme.