English (Elements of Poetry) Flashcards
_____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
STANZA
REPETITION OF SIMILAR SOUNDING WORDS
OCCURRING AT THE END OF LINES IN POEMS.
RHYME
-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.
RHYTHM
The poet’s attitude toward the poem’s speaker,
reader, and subject matter, as interpreted by the
reader
TONE
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.
MOOD
An author uses this to build a cohesive
emotional setting for a poem.
MOOD
Uses vivid description that appeals to a
readers’ senses to create an image or idea in
their head
IMAGERY