Figurative Language
A comparison that does NOT use the words "like" or "as."
What is a metaphor?
Words that imitate their sound.
What is onomatopoeia?
The words spoken in a drama
Dialogue
A grouped set of lines within a poem
stanza
The books whispered their stories in the library.
Personification
When human characteristics are assigned to objects or animals to illustrate a point.
What is personification?
The repetition of the beginning consonant sound of words within a phrase; commonly used in "tongue twisters."
What is alliteration?
The place where a play or drama takes place; its setting
Marks (such as periods and commas) used to divide words into sentences and clauses
Punctuation
When analyzing or annotating a poem, you would this with letters of the alphabet (for example: ABABCB) and you might notice a pattern emerge.
rhyme scheme
This building is a million years old.
What is hyperbole?
I think I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree
What is rhyme?
the conflict, tension, and uncertainty in a play or drama
dramatic action
Visual parts of poems used to create effects
graphical elements
What are the characteristics of poetry?
Poetry is a genre of literary writing that involves creating texts with a special emphasis on distinctive style and rhythm to express feelings and ideas.
He is a walking dictionary.
What is metaphor?
She sells sea shells by the sea shore.
alliteration
How do playwrights use the format and structure of drama to convey their message?
The message is communicated through dialogue and action with the help of stage directions.
Why do poets sometimes break the rules on punctuation and grammar?
They are free to break the rules of grammar for emphasis and to explore their diverse pool of creativity.
True or False:
Poetry must always rhyme or follow a specific pattern.
Explain your answer
False
There are poems that do not rhyme nor follow a specific pattern. They are called free verse.
On the way to school, the school bus gets a flat tire and the bus driver says, "Excellent! This day couldn't start off any better!"
What is irony?
The books fell on the table with a loud thump.
onomatopoeia
How do playwrights use dialogue and stage directions to show changes in plot and character?
Playwrights write the words that the characters say. They also write stage directions, which suggest the physical movements and gestures of the characters.
How do poets relay their messages in poetry?
Since poems rely on limited words, poets heavily rely on symbolism, imagery, and literary devices to effectively convey meaning and their message.
Explain the writing process.
Prewrite
Write
Revise
Edit
Publish