Acrostic Poems

The video tutorial explains acrostic poems, using 'summer' and 'running' as examples. It details the process of creating an acrostic poem, from brainstorming to finalizing, emphasizing the poem's ability to convey strong feelings and create vivid imagery.

What is the primary characteristic of an acrostic poem?

• It is written in a specific meter.

• Each line begins with a letter from the topic word.

• It rhymes at the end of each line.

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

In the example of the acrostic poem about 'summer', what does the letter 'M' stand for?

• Music

• Melting

• Mountains

• Memories

When composing an acrostic poem, what is a useful first step?

• Brainstorming words or phrases related to the topic

• Deciding on the poem's length

• Writing a draft of the entire poem

• Choosing a rhyme scheme

In the acrostic poem about 'running', what phrase is used to describe a state of focus?

• In the zone

• On the track

• On the run

• In the moment

What is the purpose of adding an exclamation point at the end of the acrostic poem about 'running'?

• To emphasize excitement and energy

• To indicate a question

• To mark the end of a sentence

• To show a pause