Poetry Terms Flashcards

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What is a verse?

A poetic device

A type of poetic form

A unit of poetry such as a stanza or a line (correct)

A rhyme scheme

What is blank verse?

Unrhymed iambic pentameter

What defines free verse?

Poetry free of any restrictions; poetry not tied to a particular pattern

What is figurative language?

Language that communicates beyond the literal meaning of the words Signup and view all the answers

What does personification refer to?

Giving an animal or inanimate object human qualities or emotions Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperbole?

Using extreme exaggeration to make a point Signup and view all the answers

What is a simile?

Comparing two things using 'like' or 'as' Signup and view all the answers

What is a metaphor?

Comparing two things without using 'like' or 'as' Signup and view all the answers

What does imagery refer to in poetry?

Concrete details which appeal to the senses Signup and view all the answers

What is connotation?

The attitudes and feelings associated with a word Signup and view all the answers

What does denotation mean?

The literal or dictionary definition of a word Signup and view all the answers

What is diction?

The author's choice of words Signup and view all the answers

What is a rhyme scheme?

The pattern in which rhyme sounds occur in a stanza Signup and view all the answers

What does rhythm refer to in poetry?

The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line Signup and view all the answers

What is meter in poetry?

The recurrence of a rhythmic pattern in poetry Signup and view all the answers

What is alliteration?

The repetition of initial consonant sounds in words Signup and view all the answers

What does refrain mean in poetry?

The repetition of one or more phrases or lines at intervals in a poem Signup and view all the answers

What is onomatopoeia?

The use of a word whose sound suggests its meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is a stanza?

A division of a poem based on thought or form Signup and view all the answers

What is a couplet?

Two lines of verse that rhyme a-a Signup and view all the answers

What is a quatrain?

Four rhymed lines that can take various forms Signup and view all the answers

What is a heroic couplet?

Two successive rhyming verses that contain a complete thought within two lines and usually consists of iambic pentameter Signup and view all the answers

What is a narrative poem?

A poem that tells a story Signup and view all the answers

What is a lyric poem?

A short poem that expresses emotional feelings Signup and view all the answers

What defines a sonnet?

A 14 line poem stating the poet's personal feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is an elegy?

A poem that states a poet's sadness about the death of an important person Signup and view all the answers

What defines a ballad?

A poem in verse that tells a story Signup and view all the answers

What is an ode?

A poem of high seriousness written on a variety of topics Signup and view all the answers

What is a haiku?

A Japanese form of poetry using natural imagery to convey a sense of mystery Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a limerick?

A humorous verse of five lines Signup and view all the answers

What is visual poetry?

Poetry that depends for its effects largely upon the layout of the words on the page Signup and view all the answers

What defines a found poem?

A poem that has not been deliberately composed but discovered, by chance, in some other context Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Poetry Terms and Definitions

Verse: Represents a single unit in poetry; can be a line or a stanza.
Blank Verse: Defined as unrhymed poetry that follows iambic pentameter, maintaining a rhythmic structure without rhyme.
Free Verse: Characterized by a lack of restrictions; does not adhere to traditional patterns or forms, allowing freedom in expression.
Figurative Language: Encompasses language that conveys meanings beyond the literal interpretations, enriching the text.
Personification: Involves attributing human traits or emotions to animals or inanimate objects, enhancing relatability.
Hyperbole: A rhetorical device that employs extreme exaggeration to emphasize a point or create a dramatic effect.
Simile: A comparison between two distinct things using "like" or "as," often to create vivid imagery.
Metaphor: A direct comparison between two elements without using "like" or "as," suggesting one thing embodies another.
Imagery: Utilizes descriptive language to engage the senses, allowing readers to visualize the scenes depicted in the poem.
Connotation: Refers to the emotional associations and interpretations linked to a word, beyond its straightforward meaning.
Denotation: The exact, literal meaning or dictionary definition of a word, providing clarity in language.
Diction: Relates to the specific word choices made by an author, influencing tone and style.
Rhyme Scheme: The structured pattern of rhymes at the end of lines within a stanza, which can enhance musicality.
Rhythm: The systematic pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables that gives poetry its flow and movement.
Meter: Refers to the recurring rhythmic pattern that governs how poetry is structured, often foundational to poetry's musical quality.
Alliteration: The repetition of initial consonant sounds in adjacent or closely connected words, adding a lyrical quality to the text.
Refrain: A repeated phrase or line throughout a poem, contributing to its overall theme or emotional resonance.
Onomatopoeia: The creation of words that phonetically imitate the sound associated with the object or action they refer to, enhancing sensory experience.
Stanza: A grouping of lines within a poem, serving as a structural unit akin to a paragraph in prose.
Couplet: Consists of two consecutive lines of verse that rhyme, often conveying a complete thought.
Quatrain: A stanza made up of four lines, which can vary in rhyme patterns.
Heroic Couplet: Comprises two rhyming lines that form a complete thought, typically written in iambic pentameter.
Narrative Poem: A form of poetry that tells a story, characterized by elements such as a plot and characters.
Lyric Poem: Shorter poems focused on expressing personal emotions and thoughts.
Sonnet: A fourteen-line poem that often reflects the poet's personal feelings, commonly associated with themes of love.
Elegy: A mournful poem that grieves over the death of a significant individual.
Ballad: A narrative poem that recounts a story, often in a dramatic form and suitable for singing.
Ode: A formal and often elaborate poem written in praise of a person, event, or subject.
Haiku: A traditional Japanese poem consisting of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable structure, focusing on nature and evoking contemplation.
Limerick: A playful, humorous poem consisting of five lines, characterized by a distinctive rhythm and rhyme pattern.
Visual Poetry: Combines the visual arrangement of text on the page with poetic expression, relying significantly on layout for impact.
Found Poem: A poem created from existing texts or words, discovered and re-contextualized to convey new meaning.

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