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Which literary device involves the repetition of vowel sounds within words in close proximity?
Which literary device involves the repetition of vowel sounds within words in close proximity?
- Alliteration
- Euphony
- Assonance (correct)
- Cacophony
An author uses harsh and discordant sounds to create a disturbing effect within a poem. Which term best identifies this technique?
An author uses harsh and discordant sounds to create a disturbing effect within a poem. Which term best identifies this technique?
- Euphony
- Alliteration
- Cacophony (correct)
- Assonance
What distinguishes 'free verse' poetry from more traditional forms?
What distinguishes 'free verse' poetry from more traditional forms?
- The use of couplets in each stanza.
- Unrhymed lines following the natural rhythms of speech. (correct)
- Rhymed lines adhering to a strict metrical pattern.
- A consistent rhyme scheme and meter.
Which term describes a direct, unacknowledged reference or quotation that an author expects the reader to recognize?
Which term describes a direct, unacknowledged reference or quotation that an author expects the reader to recognize?
Consider the following lines: 'The wind whispers secrets low, / As shadows dance to and fro.' Which poetic device is most evident here?
Consider the following lines: 'The wind whispers secrets low, / As shadows dance to and fro.' Which poetic device is most evident here?
In poetry, what is the effect of enjambment on the reader's experience?
In poetry, what is the effect of enjambment on the reader's experience?
How does the use of 'end-stopped lines' typically affect the rhythm and pacing of a poem?
How does the use of 'end-stopped lines' typically affect the rhythm and pacing of a poem?
An author consistently refers to a nation as a ship sailing through stormy seas. Which poetic device is being employed?
An author consistently refers to a nation as a ship sailing through stormy seas. Which poetic device is being employed?
What is the primary function of 'diction' in a poem or literary text?
What is the primary function of 'diction' in a poem or literary text?
Which of the following is the best example of alliteration?
Which of the following is the best example of alliteration?
Which literary device is best exemplified by the phrase 'the wind sighed through the trees'?
Which literary device is best exemplified by the phrase 'the wind sighed through the trees'?
Which choice best describes the impact of synaesthesia in a poem?
Which choice best describes the impact of synaesthesia in a poem?
How does the use of a refrain typically affect the reader's experience of a poem?
How does the use of a refrain typically affect the reader's experience of a poem?
Identify the literary device used in the sentence: 'The city was a concrete jungle.'
Identify the literary device used in the sentence: 'The city was a concrete jungle.'
What is the primary function of a 'volta' in a poem?
What is the primary function of a 'volta' in a poem?
Which of the following best describes the difference between simile and metaphor?
Which of the following best describes the difference between simile and metaphor?
Which option explains the effect of repetition in poetry, such as lines, phrases or stanzas?
Which option explains the effect of repetition in poetry, such as lines, phrases or stanzas?
What is the effect of using internal rhyme in poetry?
What is the effect of using internal rhyme in poetry?
In the line, 'The sun smiled down on the beach,' which literary device is used?
In the line, 'The sun smiled down on the beach,' which literary device is used?
What makes onomatopoeia stand out from other literary devices?
What makes onomatopoeia stand out from other literary devices?
Flashcards
Alliteration
Alliteration
Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in close proximity.
Allusion
Allusion
An unacknowledged reference or quotation the author assumes the reader will recognize.
Assonance
Assonance
Repetition of vowel sounds within words.
Cacophony
Cacophony
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Couplet
Couplet
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Diction
Diction
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End-stopped line
End-stopped line
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Enjambment
Enjambment
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Euphony
Euphony
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Free verse
Free verse
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Hyperbole
Hyperbole
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Imagery
Imagery
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Internal Rhyme
Internal Rhyme
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Metaphor
Metaphor
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Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia
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Personification
Personification
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Refrain
Refrain
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Repetition
Repetition
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Simile
Simile
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Stanza
Stanza
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Study Notes
Alliteration
- Alliteration affects the poem by giving words a prayer, lyrics or lament effect
Allusion
- Allusion is a powerful tool used as a reference to convey deeper meaning or make a quick connection
Free Verse
- Free verse challenges traditional musicality and can evoke emotions such as chaos, tension, or urgency
Cacophony
- Cacophony challenges the typical genre to create voice, power, and meaning
Couplet
- Couplets signify the end of the poem with a lasting impression
Diction
- Diction creates a mood or setting in the story and helps convey the theme of the story
End-Stopped Line
- Poets use end-stopped lines to emphasize specific ideas or images, pace, and sense of completion creating the feeling of relaxation
Enjambment
- Creates a sense of tension and urgency
Euphony
- It enhances the beauty and emotional impacts of poems by creating a melodic flow through assonance
Extended Metaphor
- Extended metaphor evokes imagery, and can provoke thought and piece complex themes in nuanced manners.
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Description
Understanding poetry hinges on grasping key terms. This lesson defines alliteration, allusion, free verse, and cacophony, providing examples for clarity. Explore how these elements shape a poem's sound, meaning, and artistic impact. These terms and examples will help you understand poetry.
