Poetry Vocabulary Flashcards
The repetition of the same vowel sound within a poem, i.e. She sells seashells by the seashore.
Assonance
Un-rhyming verse written in Iambic Pentameter.
blank verse
The primary struggle that shapes the plot.
Conflict
A foot of 3 syllables with the stress on the first syllable ( 1 2 3)
dactyl
A long, narrative poem that generally harrolds the deeds of mythological heroes.
epic
A specific number of stressed and unstressed syllables forming a distinct unit.
foot
An indication by the author of what will happen later in the literary work.
foreshadowing
Irregular and often improvised rhythm that is determined by the individual reader.
freeverse
Three-line poems with a 5-7-5 syllable count originating in Japanese literature
haiku
A line of verse with 10 syllables that alternates between unstressed and stressed syllables.
iambic pentameter
A foot of 2 with the second syllable stressed (1 2)
iam
The use of language and description in literature to provide a mental image for the audience.
imagery
A contradiction in words or actions. Three types: verbal, situational, and dramatic.
irony
A comparison of two or more items that does not use the term “like” or “as” within the comparison.
metaphor
Poetry that is written for a specific audience, and tells a story using plot, setting, conflict, and resolution.
narrative
An imitation of a work intended to make fun of something through exaggeration and humor
paradoy
Poetry that emboldens the relationship between humans and nature.
pastoral
A line containing 10 syllables.
pentameter
Attributing the traits or qualities of humans to animals or things, i.e. the storm was ferocious, or the kitten was as elegant as any model.
personification
Definition: Works of literature that share ideas that create intensity utilizing word choice, emotion, style, and rhythm.
poetry
The perspective from which a story is told. Three primary PoV: 1st person, 3rd person objective, and 3rd person omniscient.
point of view
The repetition of same or similar sounds to establish rhythm and mood.
rhyme
A British author and playwright who introduced modern-day theatrical design to the world.
William shakesphere
The pattern of stressed syllables establishing the flow of verse.
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