English (Elements of Poetry) Flashcards

1
Q

_____is used to describe the main building block
of a poem. It is a unit of poetry composed of lines
that relate to a similar thought or topic

A

STANZA

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2
Q

REPETITION OF SIMILAR SOUNDING WORDS
OCCURRING AT THE END OF LINES IN POEMS.

A

RHYME

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3
Q

-It is created by stressed and unstressed
syllables in a line or a verse.
-It is made up of beat and repetition so it usually
refers to features of sound
-It might be simple or more complex depending
on the poet and the poem.

A

RHYTHM

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4
Q

The poet’s attitude toward the poem’s speaker,
reader, and subject matter, as interpreted by the
reader

A

TONE

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5
Q

The poet’s choice of words creates an atmosphere When executed successfully, a strong _____ evokes memorable emotions in the reader,
which helps leave a lasting emotional
response.

A

MOOD

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6
Q

An author uses this to build a cohesive
emotional setting for a poem.

A

MOOD

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7
Q

Uses vivid description that appeals to a
readers’ senses to create an image or idea in
their head

A

IMAGERY

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