Narrative vs Lyrical Poetry

What is the main difference between a narrative poem and a lyrical poem?

• A narrative poem tells a story, while a lyrical poem expresses emotions.

• A lyrical poem has no rhythm, while a narrative poem always rhymes.

• A narrative poem is always funny, while a lyrical poem is always sad

• A lyrical poem must have characters, while a narrative poem does not.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a narrative poem?

• It tells a story.It describes the poet’s feelings about a topic.

• It tells a story with a beginning, middle, and end.

• It focuses on a single emotion.
• It is written in free verse.

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Which line from a poem best shows that it is a lyrical poem?

• “The clock struck midnight as she fled, / Leaving a glass slipper where she once tread.”

• “The knight picked up his sword and shield, / Ready to march to the battlefield.”

• “The waves crash, whispering their sorrow, / As I dream of a bright tomorrow.”

• “He ran through the woods, chasing the fox, / Hoping to find where it cleverly stalks.”

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What must a narrative poem always include?

• A repeating chorus

• A first-person perspective

• A setting, characters, and a plot

• A personal reflection from the poet

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What is the purpose of a lyrical poem?

• The purpose of a lyrical poem is to express personal emotions and thoughts.
• To create a detailed description of a setting.
• To narrate a story with a clear plot.
• To provide factual information about a subject.

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A narrative poem must have a _______, ________, and_______ to tell a complete story

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Both narrative and lyrical poetry use ______ language to create pictures in the reader's mind

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A poem that tells a story about a hero going on a journey would most likely be a ____ poem.

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A poet writes a poem about missing their childhood summers. This is most likely a ____ poem

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Which of the following lines from a poem best shows it is a narrative poem?

• “The sun sets behind the mountain high, / Painting the sky with shades that sigh.”

• “The little girl walked to the edge of the sea, / Wondering where her father might be.”

• “Raindrops patter on my window pane, / A steady beat to soothe my pain.”

• “I remember the days of laughter and light, / The summer breeze soft, the stars so bright.”

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