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What describes something that depicts temperature?
What describes something that depicts temperature?
- Pungent
- Tactile
- Thermal (correct)
- Erotic
The tactile description includes the feeling of unripe bananas.
The tactile description includes the feeling of unripe bananas.
False (B)
What type of sensation is suggested by the erotic description?
What type of sensation is suggested by the erotic description?
sensation and feeling
The soft velvety feel of silk and satin was an example of something ___.
The soft velvety feel of silk and satin was an example of something ___.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
What type of diction is characterized by academic, scholarly language?
What type of diction is characterized by academic, scholarly language?
Denotation refers to the emotional overtones of a word.
Denotation refers to the emotional overtones of a word.
What is the denotation of the word 'fat'?
What is the denotation of the word 'fat'?
The word 'fat' has a _____ connotation in a fitness-obsessed society.
The word 'fat' has a _____ connotation in a fitness-obsessed society.
Match the type of diction with its description:
Match the type of diction with its description:
What literary device is predominantly used in the line 'My heart moves from cold to fire'?
What literary device is predominantly used in the line 'My heart moves from cold to fire'?
The poem expresses a consistent, unchanging feeling towards love.
The poem expresses a consistent, unchanging feeling towards love.
What emotion does the poet convey through the line 'I die of love because I love you'?
What emotion does the poet convey through the line 'I die of love because I love you'?
The poem states that the speaker's heart transitions from cold to ______.
The poem states that the speaker's heart transitions from cold to ______.
Match the following literary devices with their definitions:
Match the following literary devices with their definitions:
Which of the following best describes creative writing?
Which of the following best describes creative writing?
Creative writing and technical writing are the same.
Creative writing and technical writing are the same.
What is a key difference between creative writing and academic writing?
What is a key difference between creative writing and academic writing?
Creative writing is meant to entertain, enlighten, and inspire, rather than just ________ information.
Creative writing is meant to entertain, enlighten, and inspire, rather than just ________ information.
Match the types of writing to their descriptions:
Match the types of writing to their descriptions:
Which type of writing is primarily meant for storytelling or personal expression?
Which type of writing is primarily meant for storytelling or personal expression?
All creative writing is commercial in nature.
All creative writing is commercial in nature.
List two examples of academic writing mentioned.
List two examples of academic writing mentioned.
Which of the following is NOT a genre of Creative Writing?
Which of the following is NOT a genre of Creative Writing?
Short stories are a type of poetry.
Short stories are a type of poetry.
Name one form of Creative Nonfiction.
Name one form of Creative Nonfiction.
The genre of writing that includes novels, novelettes, and short stories is known as ______.
The genre of writing that includes novels, novelettes, and short stories is known as ______.
What type of imagery relates to sounds?
What type of imagery relates to sounds?
Match the following types of imagery with their descriptions:
Match the following types of imagery with their descriptions:
Free Verse poems follow strict rhyming schemes.
Free Verse poems follow strict rhyming schemes.
What is one example of auditory imagery?
What is one example of auditory imagery?
What is the primary focus of the Creative Writing course in the HUMSS strand?
What is the primary focus of the Creative Writing course in the HUMSS strand?
The literature component of the HUMSS strand includes only English language texts.
The literature component of the HUMSS strand includes only English language texts.
What are students expected to create as part of their psychomotor learning objectives?
What are students expected to create as part of their psychomotor learning objectives?
Creative writing can express the human experience in many forms, including __________.
Creative writing can express the human experience in many forms, including __________.
Match the literary components with their descriptions:
Match the literary components with their descriptions:
Which of the following is NOT a learning objective of the Creative Writing lesson?
Which of the following is NOT a learning objective of the Creative Writing lesson?
The COVID-19 pandemic has no relevance in the context of creative language exploration in this course.
The COVID-19 pandemic has no relevance in the context of creative language exploration in this course.
What is the significance of imagery in a creative writing piece?
What is the significance of imagery in a creative writing piece?
What is the rhyme scheme of the provided poem example?
What is the rhyme scheme of the provided poem example?
A couplet consists of three lines.
A couplet consists of three lines.
How many lines are in a sestet?
How many lines are in a sestet?
The repetition of similar sounds at the end of lines is known as _____ rhyme.
The repetition of similar sounds at the end of lines is known as _____ rhyme.
Match the type of stanza with the correct number of lines:
Match the type of stanza with the correct number of lines:
What effect does rhythm create when reading a poem?
What effect does rhythm create when reading a poem?
Patterns in poetry do not influence how a poem is perceived by readers.
Patterns in poetry do not influence how a poem is perceived by readers.
What is the primary contributor to the pattern created in reading or writing a poem?
What is the primary contributor to the pattern created in reading or writing a poem?
What is the primary purpose of lyric poetry?
What is the primary purpose of lyric poetry?
A narrative poem is characterized by its lack of a plot.
A narrative poem is characterized by its lack of a plot.
What do we call the grouping of lines in a poem?
What do we call the grouping of lines in a poem?
A poem that uses elaborate imagery and is more 'outward-focused' is known as a __________ poem.
A poem that uses elaborate imagery and is more 'outward-focused' is known as a __________ poem.
Match the type of poem with its description:
Match the type of poem with its description:
What does the term 'form' refer to in poetry?
What does the term 'form' refer to in poetry?
All types of poems have a specific number of lines and a rhyme scheme.
All types of poems have a specific number of lines and a rhyme scheme.
What element of poetry is crucial for creating sensations, moods, and images in readers' minds?
What element of poetry is crucial for creating sensations, moods, and images in readers' minds?
What does the speaker or persona represent in a poem?
What does the speaker or persona represent in a poem?
The audience in a poem refers to the poem itself rather than the readers or listeners.
The audience in a poem refers to the poem itself rather than the readers or listeners.
What is one unique characteristic of poetry compared to other forms of creative writing?
What is one unique characteristic of poetry compared to other forms of creative writing?
Poetry exclusively focuses on nature and the universe.
Poetry exclusively focuses on nature and the universe.
What is the significance of tone in poetry?
What is the significance of tone in poetry?
The __________ of a poem often tells a story or describes a scene.
The __________ of a poem often tells a story or describes a scene.
What term is used to describe the meticulous choice of words in poetry?
What term is used to describe the meticulous choice of words in poetry?
Match the following elements of poetry with their descriptions:
Match the following elements of poetry with their descriptions:
Poetry uses elements such as rhythm, imagery, _____, and meter.
Poetry uses elements such as rhythm, imagery, _____, and meter.
Match the following elements of poetry with their definitions:
Match the following elements of poetry with their definitions:
Which of the following best describes the purpose of poetry?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of poetry?
Creative writing in four months guarantees instant expertise in writing poetry.
Creative writing in four months guarantees instant expertise in writing poetry.
The use of _____ devices in poetry helps to enhance the imagination of the reader.
The use of _____ devices in poetry helps to enhance the imagination of the reader.
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Study Notes
Sensory Details in Writing
- Tactile imagery evokes physical sensations, such as the soft feel of silk or the roughness of calloused hands.
- Thermal imagery refers to descriptions of temperature, like the heat of the midday sun or gusts of winter winds.
- Erotic imagery suggests deep emotional connections, as seen in descriptions of intimate sensations like warmth and longing.
"I Do Not Love You Except Because I Love You" by Pablo Neruda
- The poem expresses the complexity of love, fluctuating between love and hate, highlighting intense emotional conflict.
- Imagery of fire and cold symbolizes the volatile nature of feelings, illustrating how love can consume and torment.
Literary Devices in Poetry
- Poetry employs various sound and rhythmic elements to enhance meaning beyond literal interpretation.
- Common devices include meter, rhyme, symbolism, imagery, and repetition, which can be categorized into different poetic forms such as sonnets or haikus.
Levels of Diction
- Formal Diction: Scholarly and precise language often used in academic contexts.
- Informal Diction: More conversational language suitable for everyday communication.
- Colloquial Diction: Use of slang that captures regional dialects.
Denotation vs. Connotation
- Denotation: The literal meaning of a word, such as the definition of "fat."
- Connotation: The emotional implications of a word, which can vary based on societal perceptions and context.
Creative Writing Defined
- Creative writing encompasses diverse styles like poetry, novels, and scripts, aimed at artistic expression rather than mere information conveyance.
- The intent is to evoke emotions and provoke thoughts, making it distinct from technical or copywriting.
Creative Writing vs. Academic Writing
- Academic writing focuses on structured expression of ideas while creative writing emphasizes imaginative expression.
- Examples of academic writing include essays, book reports, and research papers, contrasting with creative genres like poetry and fiction.
Genres of Creative Writing
- Poetry includes forms like epics, lyric poems, free verse, and vignettes.
- Fiction encompasses novels, short stories, and novelettes.
- Creative nonfiction includes essays, diaries, and memoirs.
Function of Imagery
- Imagery enhances the writing by appealing to the senses, creating vivid descriptions of experiences.
- Types of imagery incorporate visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, and tactile details to immerse readers in the narrative.
Elements of Poetry
- Poems possess structure, utilizing elements like rhythm, sound, and imagery to convey deep emotions and universal truths.
- Musicality and form are essential, with stanzas serving as units similar to paragraphs in prose.
Patterns in Poetry
- Rhyme schemes, like end rhyme (e.g., abab), contribute to the flow and musicality of poems.
- Rhythm, created through varying line lengths and stress patterns, guides the reader’s experience.
Forms and Types of Poems
- Lyric Poetry: Expresses personal emotions, often with a singular speaker.
- Narrative Poetry: Tells a story, incorporating elements like conflict and resolution.
- Descriptive Poetry: Focuses on portraying a scene or emotion richly with imagery.
The Role of the Speaker and Audience
- The speaker’s identity and perspective are conveyed through word choices and attitudes, influencing the poem's tone.
- Understanding the intended audience enhances comprehension and interpretation of a poem.
Tone and Content
- Tone reflects the emotional quality and attitude of the poem, affecting the reader's response.
- Content includes themes and subjects depicted, often narrated through descriptive and evocative language.
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