3.1.1 - Rhythm
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Practice Questions
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What is rhythm in poetry?
💡 Hint: Think about how we clap to a beat.
Name one sound device that enhances poetry.
💡 Hint: These often repeat sounds!
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What is the primary function of rhythm in poetry?
💡 Hint: Think about how music has beats that guide how we feel.
True or False: Cacophony refers to pleasant, harmonious sounds in poetry.
💡 Hint: What kind of sounds can be unpleasant?
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Write a detailed analysis of how rhythm and sound devices work together in a poem of your choice. Describe specific examples and effects.
💡 Hint: Start with identifying meter before analyzing the sound devices used.
Create an original poem utilizing a specific meter, incorporating at least three sound devices. Explain your choice of devices and their impact.
💡 Hint: Pay attention to the feelings you want to evoke through your word choices and rhythms.
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