Practice - Pacing
Practice Questions
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Define pacing in poetry.
💡 Hint: Think about how you feel if a poem is read slowly versus quickly.
What is one effect of using pauses while reading a poem?
💡 Hint: Consider how dramatic pauses in speeches affect the audience.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does pacing refer to in oral poetry?
💡 Hint: Consider how pacing affects both the audience's understanding and emotional response.
True or False: Emphasis is not important in reading poetry.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how certain words stand out in a poem when read with emphasis.
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Challenge Problems
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Develop a performance plan for a poem of your choice, detailing how you would vary pacing, tone, and other elements effectively.
💡 Hint: Consider the poem's mood and how changes in delivery can enhance its message.
Choose a dramatic poem and explain how you would use volume changes to elevate its emotional intensity.
💡 Hint: Look for climactic and contemplative points in the poem.
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