1.1.2.2 - Enjambment (run-on lines)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define enjambment.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it flows from line to line.

Question 2

Easy

What is an end-stopped line?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Check for punctuation at the line's end.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of enjambment in poetry?

  • To provide clarity
  • To create flow
  • To end thoughts

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it connects ideas.

Question 2

True or False: Enjambment always ends with punctuation.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how a line feels when it ends.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Choose a poem known for its use of enjambment. Analyze how this technique influences the emotional impact of the poem on readers.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Identify specific enjambed lines and their effects.

Question 2

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.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where you want to create flow versus completion!

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