Poetic Techniques

Question 1

Define;

Plosive

Answer 1

b, p, t, d

sounds that create an abrupt, sharp, sometimes shocking effect.

Question 2

Define;

Sibilance

Answer 2

s

sounds

Question 3

Define;

Alliteration

Answer 3

Repeating the first or second letter in a series of words.

Used to create emphasis on certain words.

Question 4

Define;

Enjambment

Answer 4

Continuously not using a pause beyond the end of a line, couplet, or stanza.

Question 5

Define;

Anaphora

Answer 5

A word or group of words that is repeated at the beginning of two or more sentences.

Question 6

Define;

Similie

Answer 6

A phrase that makes a comparison, showing similarities between two different things. (like)

Question 7

Define;

Metaphor

Answer 7

A phrase that directly compares something. (is)

Question 8

Define;

Juxtaposition

Answer 8

Two or more ideas or words are placed side by side to highlight comparisons and contrasts.

Question 9

Define;

Motif

Answer 9

A specific image or theme that is repeated frequently throughout.

Question 10

Define;

Oxymoron

Answer 10

Two seemingly opposing and contradictory elements are juxtaposed. (paradox)

Question 11

Define;

Hyperbole

Answer 11

The use of obvious and deliberate exaggeration.

Used to create a strong impression and add emphasis.

Question 12

Define;

Onomatapia

Answer 12

A word that phonetically mimics or resembles the sound of the thing it describes.