1.1 - Poetic Devices and Forms: Crafting the Poetic Experience with Precision
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Practice Questions
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What are the five types of imagery?
💡 Hint: Think of the senses.
Define a metaphor.
💡 Hint: It doesn't use 'like' or 'as'.
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Which type of imagery involves smell?
💡 Hint: Think of scents and aromas.
True or False: A simile always uses 'like' or 'as'.
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of a simile.
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Select a poem and identify three poetic devices used within it. Discuss their impact on the reader's understanding.
💡 Hint: Look closely at imagery, sound, and figurative language.
Compose a short poem using at least four different poetic devices. Explain how they enhance the poem's meaning.
💡 Hint: Think about how each device influences the tone and imagery of your poem.
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