Figurative Language
Characteristics of poetry
Name that Poetry book
Read a poem
100

What is a simile?

Comparing two things using like or as

100

This characteristic appeals to a reader's senses by using descriptive and figurative language. 

Imagery

100

This poetry was about a boy who lived in the hood. This book talked about the boys neighborhood, family, and friends. 

DeShawn Days

200

What is a metaphor?

Comparing two things without using like or as

200

This characteristic of poetry involves words that sound similar to eachother.

Rhyming

200

This poetry book is about a boy who moved away from his home country and has to adjust to his new home.

My Chinatown

300

What is an onomonopia?

When a word describes a sound and actually mimics the sound of the object or action it refers to when it is spoken.

300

This characteristic of poetry is the beat and pace of a poem.

Rhythm 

300

This poetry book talks about the nocturnal animals of the night.

Dark Emperor 

400

What is a Hyperbole?

an exaggeration used for emphasis or humor.

400

This characteristics of poetry is when writers usually use specific phrase or word to express something beyond the literal meaning.

Figurative Language 

400

This poetry book talks about important and unspoken hispanic people who made a change. 

Bravo!

500

What is repetition?

A phrase or word being repeated in a poem.

500

This characteristic of poetry is when the poet uses words pertaining to the five senses of sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch. 

Sensory Language 

500

Who is the author/poet of Deshawn Days.

Tony Medina

500

Battle:

One person from each group will read the best poem int heir poetry book. The judges (Ms. Naclerio and Ms. Herbert will chose the winner.

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