Literary Devices in Poetry

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What is alliteration?

Repetition of final consonant sounds

Repetition of vowel sounds

Literal meaning of a word

Repetition of beginning consonant sounds (correct)

What is assonance?

The use of words to imitate natural sounds

A direct comparison of two unlike things

Repetition of final consonant sounds

Repetition of vowel sounds (correct)

What does connotation mean?

The implied or symbolic meaning of a word.

What is consonance?

Repetition of final consonant sounds Signup and view all the answers

Define couplet.

Two paired lines of rhymed verse. Signup and view all the answers

What is denotation?

The literal meaning of a word; a dictionary definition. Signup and view all the answers

Define figure of speech.

Common devices used by a writer to convey a particular image. Signup and view all the answers

Free verse is poetry having no regular metric pattern or _____ scheme.

rhyme Signup and view all the answers

What does hyperbole mean?

An exaggeration or an overstatement to create an imaginative effect. Signup and view all the answers

Define iambic pentameter.

The most common meter in English poetry consisting of an unrhymed line with five feet or accents. Signup and view all the answers

What is imagery in poetry?

A poet's imaginative use of words and phrases that appeal to the five senses. Signup and view all the answers

Define internal rhyme.

Rhyming words that are within a line of poetry. Signup and view all the answers

What is lyrical voice?

The most common voice used by poets that expresses emotions about a subject. Signup and view all the answers

Define metaphor.

A direct comparison of two essentially unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

What is narrative voice in poetry?

The poet tells a story without commenting on the events. Signup and view all the answers

Define onomatopoeia.

The use of words to represent or imitate natural sounds. Signup and view all the answers

What does personification mean?

Gives lifelike characteristics to non-human or inanimate things. Signup and view all the answers

Define poetic license.

The freedom a writer takes by breaking accepted rules of language. Signup and view all the answers

What is poetic voice?

The point of view used by the poet to create a specific effect on the audience. Signup and view all the answers

What does rhyme scheme refer to?

The plan by which rhyme occurs within a poem. Signup and view all the answers

Define simile.

A comparison of two essentially unlike things using 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

What is a stanza?

A group of lines in a poem that form a unit. Signup and view all the answers

Define symbolism.

A tangible object that is used to represent something intangible. Signup and view all the answers

What does verse refer to?

A single line of poetry or non-prose writing. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Literary Devices in Poetry

Alliteration: Repetition of beginning consonant sounds, creating rhythm and emphasis; examples include "Betty bought butter" and "Peter Piper picked."
Assonance: Repetition of vowel sounds to create internal rhyming within phrases; noted in works like Pink Floyd's "Hear the lark."
Connotation: Refers to the implied or symbolic meanings behind words, beyond their literal definitions.
Consonance: Repetition of final consonant sounds, enhancing the musical quality of poetry; examples include "odds and ends" and "short and sweet."
Couplet: Two consecutive lines of rhymed verse that create a distinct thought or idea.
Denotation: The literal, dictionary meaning of a word without emotional associations.
Figure of Speech: Common devices employed by writers to evoke imagery and convey deeper meanings.
Free Verse: Poetry lacking regular meter or rhyme scheme, relying on imagery and sound devices such as alliteration and assonance.
Hyperbole: An exaggerated statement used for emphasis or effect, often creating imaginative imagery.
Iambic Pentameter: A dominant meter in English poetry consisting of lines with five feet, alternating between unstressed and stressed syllables.
Imagery: Vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating mental pictures for readers.
Internal Rhyme: Rhyming words placed within a single line of poetry, enhancing rhythm.
Lyrical Voice: A personal voice utilized by poets to express emotions, often incorporating first-person pronouns.
Metaphor: A direct comparison between two unlike things, presented as "the [first thing] is a [second thing]."
Narrative Voice: The storytelling perspective in poetry, where the poet recounts events without providing personal opinions.
Onomatopoeia: Words that imitate natural sounds, contributing to the auditory imagery of poetry.
Personification: Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities or inanimate objects, serving as a form of metaphor.
Poetic License: The creative freedom poets may exercise by bending grammatical rules to achieve specific effects.
Poetic Voice: The angle or perspective from which a poet conveys their message, impacting audience reception.
Rhyme Scheme: The ordered pattern of rhymes at the ends of lines, often denoted by letters to categorize different rhymes.
Simile: A comparison using “like” or “as” to draw parallels between two different things.
Stanza: A grouped set of lines in a poem, functioning as a unit of thought or idea.
Symbolism: The use of tangible objects to represent intangible concepts, ideas, or qualities.
Verse: Refers to a single line of poetry, and broadly applies to all poetry as opposed to prose writing.

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Test your knowledge of key literary devices used in poetry with this quiz. From alliteration to assonance, explore definitions and examples that deepen your understanding of poetic techniques. Perfect for students and enthusiasts alike!