1.1.2.2 - Enjambment (run-on lines)
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Practice Questions
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Define enjambment.
💡 Hint: Think about how it flows from line to line.
What is an end-stopped line?
💡 Hint: Check for punctuation at the line's end.
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What is the primary purpose of enjambment in poetry?
💡 Hint: Think about how it connects ideas.
True or False: Enjambment always ends with punctuation.
💡 Hint: Consider how a line feels when it ends.
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Choose a poem known for its use of enjambment. Analyze how this technique influences the emotional impact of the poem on readers.
💡 Hint: Identify specific enjambed lines and their effects.
Write a short poem using both enjambment and end-stopped lines. Discuss how the interplay of these techniques serves the overall message of your piece.
💡 Hint: Think about where you want to create flow versus completion!
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