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A soliloquy is a type of dramatic poetry where the spoken passage is only heard by the audience.
A soliloquy is a type of dramatic poetry where the spoken passage is only heard by the audience.
False (B)
Which of the following is a characteristic of dramatic poetry?
Which of the following is a characteristic of dramatic poetry?
- It is always written in rhymed verse.
- It is exclusively a narrative form.
- It includes characters but no dialogue exchange. (correct)
- It must rhyme at the end of each line.
What is the rhyme pattern of a Tanaga?
What is the rhyme pattern of a Tanaga?
AAAA, AABB, ABBA, ABAB
A __________ is a poem that does not have a specific number of lines or rhyme.
A __________ is a poem that does not have a specific number of lines or rhyme.
Match the following types of literary verse with their characteristics:
Match the following types of literary verse with their characteristics:
What is the primary purpose of a dramatic monologue?
What is the primary purpose of a dramatic monologue?
The Diong form of Philippine poetry consists of 4 lines with 8 syllables each.
The Diong form of Philippine poetry consists of 4 lines with 8 syllables each.
Name one common feature of literary verse.
Name one common feature of literary verse.
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Dramatic Poetry
- Intended for performance, combining spoken dialogue and action.
- Tells a story through narrative techniques but typically lacks conversational exchanges.
Features
- Utilizes speech and action to advance the plot.
- Offers detailed portrayals of characters and their traits.
- The speaker's unique qualities often elevate the drama.
Types of Dramatic Poetry
- Dramatic Monologue:
- A lengthy speech by a character, often in a tense situation with minimal interruptions.
- Soliloquy:
- A character expresses inner thoughts aloud, allowing insight into personal reflections without external dialogue.
Character Sketch
- Playwrights design characters to express their thoughts through how lines are delivered.
- Aims to evoke sympathy and connection with the audience.
Literary Verse
- Composed of elements such as syllable count, line structure, and rhyme/rhythm patterns.
Types of Literary Verse
- Free Verse:
- Lacks a fixed structure in terms of lines and rhyme schemes.
- Blank Verse:
- Unrhymed but possesses a consistent meter, often used to convey intense emotions effectively.
- Rhyming Metered Verse:
- Features both rhyme and meter, with rhymes appearing at the end or within lines; commonly used by many poets.
Collection of Metrical Lines in Poetry
Philippine Poetry Form
- Tanaga:
- Consists of 4 lines with 7 syllables and can follow rhyme patterns like AAAA, AABB, ABBA, or ABAB.
- Diong:
- Comprises 3 lines with 7 syllables, allowing for the expression of complex ideas.
- Dalit:
- Composed of 4 lines, each with 8 syllables, often reflecting themes of devotion or praise.
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