Literature Genres: Poetry

A type of literature that uses language to evoke emotions, ideas, and vivid descriptions, often structured with patterns and rhymes.

A single line of poetry.

A group of lines in a poem, often used to change the subject or tone.

The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a poem, creating rhythm.

Writing that tells a story, idea, or information in sentences and paragraphs, similar to everyday communication.

A poem written in a shape that relates to its subject.

Poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word (usually the subject).

A traditional Japanese poem with 3 lines (5-7-5 syllables).

Imaginative writing that is not factual.

Factual writing that presents information about real people, places, or events.

A human or animal in a story or play.

The time and place where a story takes place.

The perspective from which a story is told (first person, second person, third person).

The feeling or atmosphere a story conveys.

A story written to be performed on stage, using dialogue and stage directions.

The words spoken by characters in a story or play.

Comparing two unlike things using "like" or "as."

Comparing two unlike things directly, without using "like" or "as."

Giving human qualities to non-human things.

If three sides of one triangle are equal to three sides of another triangle, the triangles are congruent.

Alliance of Greek city-states led by Athens.

Temple dedicated to Athena, a Greek goddess.

Key battle fought between Athens and Persia.

Famous battle in a mountain pass, led by Leonidas.

Naval Battle where Greek Navy defeated Persian fleet.

Early Roman government where officials were chosen by citizens.

Series of wars between Rome and Carthage.

Period of peace and prosperity in Rome.

Influential Roman general and statesman.

People who lived in Italy and influenced Rome's early development.

Greek goddess of wisdom, crafts, and strategic warfare; patron of Athens.

Greek goddess of love, beauty, and desire.

Greek god of music, poetry, prophecy, and healing.

Greek god of wine, revelry, and theatre.

Athletic contests held every four years to honor Zeus.

Greek philosopher, author of "The Republic".

Father of History, wrote about the Persian Wars.

Form of government practiced in Athens where citizens participated directly.

Form of democracy practiced in Athens where citizens voted directly on laws.

Epic poem by Homer about the Trojan War.

Homer's epic poem about Odysseus's journey home after the Trojan War.

A side of a triangle that is located between two angles.

A side of a triangle that is not between two angles.

An angle formed by two sides of a triangle.

Trianges with corresponding sides and angles equal in measurement.

Matching sides of two triangles when one is flipped or reflected.

Angles opposite each other when two lines cross.

If three sides of one triangle are equal to three sides of another triangle, the triangles are congruent.

If two sides and the included angle of one triangle are equal to two sides and the included angle of another triangle, the triangles are congruent.

The marketplace in a polis.

A fortified hilltop in a Greek city.

A civilization that flourished in Crete.

A civilization that conquered Minoans.

An ancient Greek analog computer used for predicting astronomical events.

A navigational tool used by the ancient Greeks to measure celestial positions.

A device used by the ancient Greeks to efficiently raise water.

A powerful siege weapon used by the ancient Greeks to launch projectiles.

An engineered channel designed by the Romans to transport water to cities.

A durable building material developed by the Romans, known for its long-lasting strength.

Advanced networks of roads built by the Romans to connect their empire.

Architectural innovations developed by the Romans, known for their strength and stability.

Public spaces built by the Romans for hygiene and socialization.

Devices used by the Romans to track time accurately.

Advanced weapons and siege engines developed by the Romans for conquest.

Innovations in glassmaking developed by the Romans, known for making durable and decorative glass.

Harsh new laws enforced by Roman Emperor Diocletian to strengthen the empire during a time of crisis.

Balagtasan is more than just entertainment; it's a way to communicate important issues and encourage people to think deeply about them.

Body language, gestures, and facial expressions are crucial in delivering a balagtasan's message effectively.

A statement that expresses acceptance or agreement with a particular idea or opinion.

A statement that expresses opposition, rejection, or contradiction to a particular idea or opinion.

Performers use body language, gestures, and facial expressions to effectively convey the emotions they want to communicate.

A three-stringed chordophone, often played with a plectrum.

A four-stringed lute, a popular instrument in Chinese music.

A transverse flute, also a traditional Chinese instrument.

A vertical bowed instrument with a long neck and a skin-covered body.

Wooden blocks used for chanting in Chinese temples.

A type of religious song introduced to Japan during the Nara period.

Instrumental gagaku music, using a variety of instruments.

Gagaku music that accompanies dances, divided into Togaku and Komagaku.

A fretted lute, derived from the Chinese p'ip'a.

A sampling method where the researcher sets a specific number of participants to be included from each subgroup, based on a predetermined proportion.

A sampling method where the population is divided into clusters (groups), and then a random sample of clusters is selected. All individuals within the selected clusters are included in the study.

A non-probability sampling method where the researcher starts with a small group of participants and asks them to refer other potential participants who fit the study criteria.

A tool used to collect data in research studies, typically involving questionnaires, surveys, or forms.

A process of ensuring that the research instrument accurately reflects the intended content domain or construct being measured.

A process of assessing the clarity and appropriateness of the research instrument by asking experts or potential respondents to review it.

A trial run of the research instrument with a small group of participants to identify any problems or ambiguities before the main study.

The final administration of the research instrument to the target population after any necessary revisions based on pilot testing.

The process of analyzing and interpreting collected data using statistical methods to draw conclusions and answer research questions.

Questions that offer a fixed set of choices or options for the respondent to select from.

Close-ended questions with only two possible options, typically 'yes' or 'no'.

Close-ended questions with three or more options for the respondent to choose from.

Questions that allow respondents to answer in their own words, without limitations or restrictions.

A measurement tool that asks respondents to rate their opinions or feelings along a scale with defined values.

A widely used rating scale that measures attitudes or opinions by asking respondents to agree or disagree with a series of statements.

The most common vectors of disease.

A living organism that can cause disease.

The time between exposure to a pathogen and the appearance of symptoms.

The stage where early symptoms, like fatigue and fever, begin to appear.

The peak of the disease, when symptoms are most severe.

The stage where symptoms start to decrease, and you begin to feel better.

The recovery phase where health improves and the body returns to its normal state.

The state of being diseased or unhealthy.

Refers to death.

An acute infection involving the nasal passages, sinuses, pharynx, or larynx. It typically lasts about two weeks and is also called an acute respiratory infection.

Inflammation of the bronchial airways, causing symptoms like phlegm, shortness of breath, fever, wheezing, and chest tightness.

An infection of one or both lungs, commonly caused by bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae.

A serious bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs. Symptoms include cough, fever, weight loss, and coughing blood.

A highly contagious respiratory illness caused by a virus, commonly known as the flu. Symptoms include high fever, cough, colds, and muscle pains.

The study of life and living organisms.

The study of animals.

The study of plants.

The study of microorganisms.

The study of naming and classifying organisms.

The study of heredity and variation.

The study of the relationships between organisms and their environment.

The process of change in living organisms over time.

The study of biological data using computer programs.

The study of an organism's entire genetic material.

The study of the molecules that make up living organisms.

Known as the father of biology, he was a Greek philosopher who studied and wrote about the natural world.

Known as the father of taxonomy, he developed the system of binomial nomenclature for naming organisms.

The father of bacteriology, he disproved spontaneous generation and developed vaccines and pasteurization.

A positive influence that helps children develop independence and accountability. It's about following your parents willingly because you understand it's good for you and your family.

The experience of unity in faith within a family. It strengthens the family and helps it overcome life's challenges.

The key to strong and harmonious relationships, allowing family members to express concerns and love openly.

The basic form of communication using words spoken or written to express emotions or thoughts.

The type of communication that uses actions, body language, and facial expressions instead of words.

The family is the foundation of society, responsible for building a humane and caring community.

Families contribute to society by building relationships, serving others, helping those in need, and working for the common good.

Qatar's strategy to strengthen its economy by expanding beyond oil and gas, focusing on sectors like agriculture and tourism.

A vital part of Qatar's economic diversification, including both open cultivation and protected agriculture techniques.

Qatar is a major oil and gas producer, with significant reserves of petroleum and natural gas.

The traditional Korean attire, consisting of a bell-shaped silhouette for both men and women, with a top called Jeogari and baggy pants (Baji) for men and a skirt (Chima) for women.

The traditional Chinese dress for women, a long, tight-fitting dress buttoned to the side, emphasizing the female figure. Also known as Qipao or Mandarin gown.

The traditional Japanese attire worn by both men and women, a full-length robe-like dress with a t-shape, tied at the waist with an obi, and featuring long flowing sleeves.

Narrative Japanese painting that tells stories, portrays the beauty of environments or places, and conveys messages, characterized by details, clouds, and blown-off roofs.

Japanese picture scroll, also known as emaki, which is typically accompanied by written text. It features long, continuous narratives, showing scenes and characters.

Japanese likeness picture, created in the 12th century, which tries to immortalize a person's character through minimal lines and recognize their accomplishments.

The art of beautiful writing in Japan, which requires discipline and control. Using calligraphy brushes, it focuses on the beauty of characters and their strokes.

A technique that uses a carved wooden block to print images and text. It played a significant role in Japanese art and culture.

Japanese art form that flourished in the Edo period, depicting subjects like Kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, courtesans, geishas, Japanese legends, and history.

Ancient Japanese pottery, characterized by its rope-patterned ceramic design. It is typically a small, rounded vessel used for storing or boiling food.

Japanese art of paper folding. It involves transforming a flat sheet of square paper into a three-dimensional form through various folding techniques without cutting.

Japanese human form doll used as offerings to nature spirits in religious ceremonies, rather than toys. They are believed to absorb the essence of those who touch them.

Japanese paper-mache doll with a weighted rounded bottom that rises again when pushed down. It symbolizes grit and strength.

Japanese cylindrical wooden doll with a large spherical head and no arms, painted with designs in various colors.

A type of Filipino poetry competition or debate that focuses on a specific topic.

The mediator or moderator in a Balagtasan, guiding the debate and ensuring fairness.

The participants in a Balagtasan, typically two teams, one supporting and one opposing the chosen topic.

The meter or number of syllables per line in Balagtasan poetry, contributing to the rhythm.

The art of delivering Balagtasan poetry with emotion, making it engaging and captivating.

A thick line used to define the outline of an object in a technical drawing.

A very thin line used in sketching rough layouts and ideas for a technical drawing.

A thin solid line used to indicate the size or measurement of an object in a technical drawing.

A line composed of short dashes, used to represent edges of an object that are not visible from the current viewpoint in a technical drawing.

A line composed of long and short dashes, used to mark the center of an object in a technical drawing.

A thin solid line used to mark the extent or reach of a measurement in a technical drawing.

A very thick line used to indicate where an object has been sliced or sectioned for a technical drawing.

A small zig-zag line used to indicate that a small portion of an object is too long to be fully drawn in a technical drawing.

A longer zig-zag line used to indicate that a larger portion or an entire object is too long to be fully drawn in a technical drawing.