Line Structure Flashcards

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End-Stopped

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Refers to a stop or pause at the end of a line. Marked by a period (full stop), comma, semicolon, or other punctuation.
Ex. My mistress’ eyes are nothing like the sun. Coral is far more red than her lips.

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Enjambment

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When a sentence extends over a single line in poetry. Look for the ending punctuation or thought!
Ex. How can I keep my soul in me,
so that,
it doesn’t touch your soul?

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