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    An Acrostic is .......

    • A poem that use the letters in a topic word to begin each line
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Poetry is unquestionably an underappreciated form of contemporary literature, as very few people tend to write about how they feel anymore, unless it’s in the form of a status or tweet. What can you tell us about the lost art?

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  • 2. 

    What is Nature Poem?

    • Talks about the Earth and Nature

    • Has something to do with people and buliding

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Talks about the Earth and Nature
    Explanation
    A nature poem is a type of poetry that focuses on the Earth and the natural world. It typically explores themes related to the beauty of nature, the interconnectedness of all living things, and the human relationship with the environment. Nature poems often use vivid descriptions and imagery to evoke a sense of awe and appreciation for the natural world. They may also address environmental issues or convey a deeper message about the importance of preserving and protecting nature.

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  • 3. 

    What is a Haiku?

    • Something like a free verse

    • A Japanese Poem

    • Lyric poem

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. A Japanese Poem
    Explanation
    A Haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry consisting of three lines. It typically follows a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and often focuses on nature or seasons. The answer "A Japanese Poem" accurately describes a Haiku as it highlights its origin and cultural significance.

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    What is a SIMILE?

    • Allows the poet to examine the nature and ramifications of two usually contrastive ideas

    • Japanese poem

    • Compare two things using like or as

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Compare two things using like or as
    Explanation
    A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as". It allows the poet or writer to create vivid imagery by drawing a similarity between two usually contrastive ideas. This comparison helps the reader to better understand and visualize the subject being described.

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  • 5. 

    What is a Catalog?

    • Type of poem that rhymes

    • Type of poem that is in a list form

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Type of poem that is in a list form
    Explanation
    A catalog is a type of poem that is in a list form. In this type of poem, the poet presents a series of items, ideas, or images in a systematic and organized manner. Each item in the list is typically described briefly and succinctly, creating a catalog-like effect. This form allows the poet to explore various themes or subjects by presenting them in a structured and concise manner, often creating a sense of accumulation or cataloging of ideas.

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    What is a Ballad?

    • Allows the poet to examine the nature and ramifications of two usually contrastive ideas

    • A story similar to to a folk tale or legend and often has a repeated refrain

    • Compare two things using like or as

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. A story similar to to a folk tale or legend and often has a repeated refrain
    Explanation
    A ballad is a type of poem or song that tells a story, often similar to a folk tale or legend. It typically has a repeated refrain, which adds to the musical and storytelling quality of the ballad. This form of poetry allows the poet to convey a narrative and explore the themes and consequences of two contrasting ideas. It does not involve comparing two things using like or as.

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  • 7. 

    What is a Metaphor?

    • Use like or as

    • Show how two things that not alike in most ways are similar in one important

    • Or a folk tales

    • None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. Show how two things that not alike in most ways are similar in one important
    Explanation
    A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two things that are not alike in most ways but are similar in one important aspect. It is a way of expressing an idea or concept by using words or phrases that are not meant to be taken literally. Metaphors help to create vivid imagery and make abstract concepts more relatable and understandable. They are commonly used in literature, poetry, and everyday language to convey deeper meanings and evoke emotions.

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  • 8. 

    A Tanka i......

    • As a Haiku Poem

    • Very similar to a haiku but haves more syllables

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Very similar to a haiku but haves more syllables
    Explanation
    A Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry that is very similar to a haiku. However, unlike a haiku which has three lines and a total of 17 syllables, a tanka has five lines and a total of 31 syllables. So, the correct answer states that a tanka is indeed very similar to a haiku but has more syllables.

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  • 9. 

    Imagery is

    • Drawing the read into poetic experiences by touching on the images and senses

    • A Poem full of picture to see

    • Both A& B

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Drawing the read into poetic experiences by touching on the images and senses
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Drawing the reader into poetic experiences by touching on the images and senses." This explanation accurately describes imagery as a technique used in poetry to create vivid mental images and evoke the reader's senses. By using descriptive language and sensory details, the poet can paint a picture in the reader's mind and make the poem more engaging and memorable.

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  • 10. 

    What is Lyric?

    • A short poem with one speaker who expresses thought and feeling

    • Lyric to a song

    • A type of poem

    • Both A & B

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. A short poem with one speaker who expresses thought and feeling
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Both A & B". A lyric can refer to a short poem with one speaker who expresses thought and feeling, as well as to the words of a song. Therefore, both options A and B are correct.

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  • 11. 

    What is a Sonnet?

    • Lyric poem

    • Allows the poet to examine the nature and ramifications of two usually contrastive ideas

    • Something like a free verse

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Allows the poet to examine the nature and ramifications of two usually contrastive ideas
    Explanation
    A sonnet is a type of lyric poem that allows the poet to explore and analyze the nature and consequences of two contrasting ideas. It provides a structured framework for the poet to express their thoughts and emotions. Unlike free verse, which has no specific form or structure, a sonnet follows a set rhyme scheme and meter.

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  • 12. 

    Give one example ONOMATOPEIA

  • 13. 

    Give one example CATALOG

  • 14. 

    Write your own Couple.

  • 15. 

    What is a pose?

  • 16. 

    Write your on Spoken Word Poem.

  • 17. 

    Quis Write a summary on your favorite book.

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