To his coy mistress structure Flashcards
1
Q
What verse does this poem fall short of being?
A
heroic verse
2
Q
Why isnt this poem heroic verse?
A
rhyming tetrameter couplets not Pentameter
3
Q
Effect of almost heroic verse
A
Mocking heroic verse as seduction poem or mocking speaker’s earnestness
4
Q
What metre is the poem in?
A
Iambic tetrameter
5
Q
Effect of metre
A
Lighter and looser tone which reflects carpe diam aspect
6
Q
Whats the rhyme scheme?
A
AABBCCDD
7
Q
Effect of rhyme scheme
A
Gives some structure and rhythm which mirrors the speakers intimidating intellect
Also leaves playful tone
