Understanding Rhyme Schemes

What is a rhyme scheme in poetry?

• A type of stanza

• A method of writing poetry

• A type of poem

• A pattern of rhyming words in a poem

In the poem 'Mary Had a Little Lamb', which rhyme scheme is used?

• AABB

• ABAB

• ABCB

• AAAA

What is the rhyme scheme of the poem written by the instructor?

• AAABBBCC

• AABBCDDD

• ABABCDCD

• AABBCCDD