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What is the structure of a Shakespearean sonnet?
What is the structure of a Shakespearean sonnet?
A Shakespearean sonnet has three quatrains and ends with a couplet.
What is the central idea of Shakespeare's 'Sonnet 100'?
What is the central idea of Shakespeare's 'Sonnet 100'?
The speaker wants his muse to help him immortalize his love.
In poetry, what does the term 'speaker' refer to?
In poetry, what does the term 'speaker' refer to?
Narrator.
What is the best paraphrase of line 9 of 'Sonnet 100'?
What is the best paraphrase of line 9 of 'Sonnet 100'?
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How many lines are in a Shakespearean sonnet?
How many lines are in a Shakespearean sonnet?
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Which context clue best supports the definition of 'belied' as 'contradicted' or 'disproved'?
Which context clue best supports the definition of 'belied' as 'contradicted' or 'disproved'?
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Which statement best explains the two possible interpretations of 'Sonnet 130'?
Which statement best explains the two possible interpretations of 'Sonnet 130'?
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What is a couplet, in the context of a Shakespearean sonnet?
What is a couplet, in the context of a Shakespearean sonnet?
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What is the rhyme scheme of the second quatrain in 'Sonnet 100'?
What is the rhyme scheme of the second quatrain in 'Sonnet 100'?
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Study Notes
Structure of Shakespearean Sonnet
- Composed of 14 lines
- Consists of three quatrains followed by a final couplet
Central Idea of "Sonnet 100"
- The speaker implores the muse for inspiration to immortalize his beloved
- The theme revolves around the power of love and the passage of time
Definition of Speaker in Poetry
- Refers to the narrator or voice behind the poem
Paraphrase of Line 9 in "Sonnet 100"
- A request for the muse to rise and admire the beauty of the speaker's love
Context of Lines in "Sonnet 130"
- Emphasis on realistic portrayals of love versus idealized comparisons
- The term "belied" means contradicted or disproved, reinforced by "false compare"
Interpretations of "Sonnet 130"
- The initial quatrains mock typical poetic comparisons to idealized beauty, showcasing a lack of strong emotion
- The couplet shifts tone, revealing deep and sincere feelings that contrast earlier cynical views
Definition of Couplet
- The concluding two lines of a sonnet which often summarize or provide a twist to the poem's message
Rhyme Scheme of the Second Quatrain in "Sonnet 100"
- Follows the rhyme pattern of cdcd, demonstrating the structured nature of Shakespearean sonnets
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Explore the intricate structure and themes of Shakespearean sonnets with these flashcards. Delve into 'Sonnet 100' and analyze its meaning and poetic devices. Perfect for literature students and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike.
