Exploring Poetry
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Objective
I can identify common characteristics of poetry, such as rhyme, rhythm, and imagery.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
The title of a poem is its name, and the theme lets readers know what the poem is about.
- 2
A single line in a poem is called a verse, while a group of lines separated by a space is called a stanza.
- 3
Repetition is a poetic device used to emphasize an idea or create rhythm, while an acrostic poem spells out a word or phrase with the first letter of each line.
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Practice
3 questions
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a characteristic or element of poetry in the video?
Explain how repetition can contribute to the rhythm and meaning of a poem, using an example from the video or one you create yourself.
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Exit ticket
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“Name three characteristics of poetry discussed in the video.”
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