Types of Poetry
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a haiku?

  • It often uses vivid imagery.
  • It uses a consistent rhyme scheme throughout the poem. (correct)
  • It consists of three lines.
  • The first line has five syllables, the second has seven, and the third has five.

What is the primary function of a refrain in a ballad?

  • To emphasize the poem's emotional impact.
  • To help the reader understand the poem's theme.
  • To provide a recurring musical element. (correct)
  • To create a sense of mystery and suspense.

Which of the following is an example of a classic epic poem?

  • The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
  • The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock by T.S. Eliot
  • The Odyssey by Homer (correct)
  • The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe

What is the main difference between blank verse and free verse?

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Which of the following is a characteristic that distinguishes limericks from other forms of poetry?

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What is the significance of the line "So long lives this, and this gives life to thee" in the sonnet?

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Which of the following is NOT a famous example of an epic poem?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the ode as described in the text?

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Which of the following poets is associated with limericks?

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Which of the following best describes the tone of the ballad "Gunga Din"?

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Which of the following best characterizes the significance of the use of informal language in "Gunga Din"?

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Which of the following is a key difference between a haiku and a free verse poem?

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What is the primary purpose of the blank verse form in poetry?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of free verse poetry?

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Based on the text, which poet is known for writing in both the ballad and free verse forms?

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Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between an epic poem and a ballad?

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What is the total number of lines in a sonnet?

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Which part of a Petrarchan sonnet carries the rhyme scheme ABBAABBA?

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Who is commonly known as the creator of the Petrarchan sonnet?

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What rhyme scheme does a Shakespearean sonnet follow?

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Which sonnet form is characterized by having a question or dilemma in the octave?

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In which century did Francesco Petrarca live?

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What is the final part of a Petrarchan sonnet called?

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Which poet used the Petrarchan sonnet form in her writing?

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What does typography in poetry primarily focus on?

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How does typography differ from concrete or shape poetry?

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What common feature does the poem 'Shrapnel' exemplify?

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In what way is a prose poem distinct from traditional poetry?

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The genre-crossing aspect of prose poems means they:

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What makes the emotional impact of typography poetry unique?

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Which element is NOT typically associated with typography poetry?

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The poem 'Hysteria' by T.S. Eliot exemplifies what kind of poetry?

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Which of the following poems is an example of blank verse?

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What is the main characteristic of free verse poetry?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of concrete poetry?

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What is the main purpose of spoken word poetry?

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Which of the following is an example of a spoken word poetry style?

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What is the main difference between slam poetry and performance poetry?

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Which of the following is a type of experimental poetry that does NOT focus on visual elements?

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Which of the following elements is commonly incorporated into spoken word poetry?

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Which of the following poets is known for their use of blank verse?

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What is the hidden name in the acrostic poem by Edgar Allan Poe?

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What is the main theme of Robert Herrick's poem "The Pillar of Fame"?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of performance poetry?

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According to the passage, what is the key characteristic of poetry?

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What is the expected result when a slam poet does not perform well?

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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of blank verse?

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Which of the following is a common feature of both spoken word poetry and slam poetry?

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Flashcards

Sonnet

A 14-line poem with a specific structure and rhyme scheme that expresses a single theme.

Octave

The first eight lines of a sonnet, setting up a question or dilemma.

Sestet

The last six lines of a sonnet, resolving the question or dilemma from the octave.

Petrarchan sonnet

A type of sonnet popularized by Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch), using an ABBAABBA octave and CDECDE or CDCDCD sestet.

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Shakespearean sonnet

A type of sonnet popularized by William Shakespeare, using an ABAB CDCD EFEF rhyme scheme with a final GG couplet.

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Rhyme

The repetition of similar sounds, especially at the end of words, in a poem.

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Couplet

A pair of rhyming lines at the end of a Shakespearean sonnet.

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Alternate rhyme

A type of rhyme scheme used in sonnets, where the first and third lines rhyme, and the second and fourth lines rhyme.

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What is a haiku?

A Japanese form of poetry with three lines: 5 syllables, 7 syllables, 5 syllables.

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What is a haiku known for?

A non-rhyming poem focused on economy of words and vivid imagery.

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Who is Matsuo Bashō?

A famous haiku writer.

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What is an ode?

An extended lyric poem with elevated emotion and dignified style, often with a single serious theme.

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What is a limerick?

A light and humorous five-line poem, usually with a nonsensical meaning.

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What is an epic?

A long narrative poem with a dignified style about the deeds of a hero, featuring formal narrative elements.

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What is a ballad?

A poem meant to be sung, narrating a simple story with a repeating refrain.

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What is blank verse?

A type of poetry that follows a specific meter but doesn't rhyme.

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What defines free verse?

Poetry that lacks regular meter and rhyme patterns, aiming to capture natural speech.

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What is iambic pentameter?

It's a measurement of poetry based on rhythmical units.

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Typography poetry

A type of experimental poetry that focuses on the visual arrangement of words on the page.

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Prose poems

Poems that blur the line between poetry and prose. They use prose elements, like paragraphs, while still adhering to poetic conventions.

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Typography

The way words are arranged on a page, including font choices, size, and spacing. In poetry, it's an element that can enhance meaning.

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Shape poetry

A poem that visually depicts the meaning through its shape.

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Shrapnel (poem)

A typographic poem where the arrangement of words mimics the shattered effect of shrapnel.

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Hysteria (poem)

A poem that expresses a feeling of overwhelming emotional intensity.

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Prose Poem example

A poem that looks like a regular paragraph but uses poetic imagery and language.

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Typographic effects

The use of fonts, sizes, and spacing to create a specific effect. In poetry, it can enhance visual meaning and evoke emotions

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Free Verse

Poetry that lacks regular metrical patterns and rhyme schemes but tries to capture the flow of everyday speech. Poets are free to create their own rhythmic effects and explore line breaks without strict rules.

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Acrostic

A poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word, phrase, or message.

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Concrete Poetry

Poetry that uses visual elements like arrangement of words, punctuation, and spacing to create a distinct image.

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Spoken Word Poetry

Poetry designed to be recited on stage, often incorporating elements like storytelling, music, and theatricality.

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Balagtasan

A debate in verse between two poets, often recited in Filipino, where each poet presents arguments in rhyming form.

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Slam Poetry

A spoken word poetry contest where poets perform and are judged by an audience.

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Performance Poetry

A type of spoken word poetry that is not a competition but a live and impromptu performance. Poets may compose on the spot or improvise during the performance.

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Blank Verse

Poetry characterized by its lack of rhyme and adherence to a specific meter. It often uses iambic pentameter.

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Iambic Pentameter

A line of poetry consisting of 10 syllables with an alternating pattern of unstressed and stressed syllables.

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Free Verse

Poetry that is characterized by its lack of strict rules and structure, allowing for creative freedom and exploration.

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Spoken Word Poetry

Poetry that is written to be performed aloud, often incorporating elements of music and storytelling.

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Slam Poetry

A poetic contest where poets compete in a live performance, with audience participation and judgment.

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Performance Poetry

A type of spoken word poetry that is not a competition but a live performance, with improvisation and audience interaction.

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Study Notes

Poetry Types

  • Sonnet: A 14-line poem with a single theme. The octave (first 8 lines) often poses a question or dilemma, resolved in the sestet (last 6 lines).
    • Petrarchan sonnet: Italian form, named after Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch). Octave rhymes ABBAABBA, sestet rhymes CDECDE (or sometimes CDCDCD).
    • Shakespearean sonnet: English form, named after William Shakespeare. 14 lines divided into three quatrains (4-line stanzas) and a final couplet (2-line stanza). Rhyme scheme: ABAB CDCD EFEF GG.
  • Haiku: Japanese form. Three lines with 5-7-5 syllables respectively. Non-rhyming, focused on imagery.
  • Ode: Extended lyric poem, characterized by emotion and a serious theme. Often follows strict rhythm and stanza patterns.
  • Limerick: Light, humorous poem. Five lines: AABBA rhyme scheme. Often nonsensical. Popularized in 1800s Ireland.
  • Epic: Long narrative poem about a hero, often traditional or historical. Examples: Iliad and Odyssey, Beowulf, Divine Comedy, Mahabharata, Ramayana, Ibong Adarna, Biag ni Lam-ang.
  • Ballad: Narrative poem, often meant to be sung. Recognizable by refrain (repeated phrase or lines).
  • Blank Verse: Poetry with no rhyme but a specific meter, often iambic pentameter. Common in Western literature. Examples: works by Shakespeare, Milton, Tennyson, Marlowe.
  • Free Verse: Poetry without regular meter or rhyme patterns, aiming for cadences of everyday speech

Experimental Poetry Styles

  • Acrostic: First letter of each line spells out a word, phrase, or name.
  • Concrete/Shape Poetry: Visual elements play a key role; words arranged to form images on the page. The poem's shape influences the meaning.
  • Spoken Word: Poetry performed, not just read. Includes storytelling, music elements and can be improvisational or planned.
  • Balagtasan: Filipino spoken word debate poetry, often in rhyme.
  • Slam Poetry: Competitive spoken word poetry performance.
  • Performance Poetry: Spoken word poetry, not necessarily competitive, often improvisational.
  • Typography: Poem's presentation is key. Words arranged, with varying fonts and sizes, in a way that has visual impact.
  • Genre-Crossing/Prose Poem: A poem with prose-like paragraph structure. Contains both verse and prose conventions.

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Explore the various forms of poetry including sonnets, haikus, odes, limericks, and epics. Each type has its unique structure, themes, and rhyme schemes, providing a rich landscape for poetic expression. Test your knowledge on their characteristics and origins.

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