6.4.2.2 - Rhythm (Meter)
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What is rhythm in poetry?
💡 Hint: Consider how sound patterns contribute to poetry.
Define meter in poetry.
💡 Hint: Think about how poets organize sound in their writing.
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What do we call the pattern of sounds created by stressed and unstressed syllables?
💡 Hint: Consider what enhances the musical quality of poetry.
True or False: Meter defines the specific structure of rhythmic units in poetry.
💡 Hint: Think about how poets arrange their verses.
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Write a short poem incorporating all four types of meter: iambic, trochaic, anapestic, and dactylic. Explain the emotional effect of the rhythm.
💡 Hint: Focus on varying the syllable patterns for each line.
Analyze a poem of your choice for its use of rhythm and meter. Discuss how these elements contribute to the poem's meaning.
💡 Hint: Choose a poem that utilizes strong rhythmic patterns.
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