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How are characters revealed in poetry?
Through actions, words, and dramatic situations.
What does imagery reveal about a character?
Their inner life and emotional state.
What should you consider when analyzing a character's motives?
Whether they are clear or hidden, and what drives their actions.
What is diction?
A poet's choice of words, impacting tone and meaning.
Define tone in poetry.
The speaker's attitude toward the subject matter.
What is a simile?
A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
What is a metaphor?
An implied comparison stating A is B.
Define personification.
Giving human qualities to inanimate objects.
What is hyperbole?
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
What is irony?
The expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
Define symbolism.
The use of objects, people, or ideas to represent something else.
What is prosody?
The patterns of rhythm and sound used in poetry.
Define juxtaposition.
Placing contrasting elements side-by-side for effect.
What might shadows symbolize in poetry?
Fear, the past, or hidden aspects of a character.
What does a journey often symbolize in literature?
Life, transformation, or a quest for meaning.
What might darkness symbolize in poetry?
Ignorance, despair, or the unknown.
What might light symbolize in poetry?
Hope, knowledge, or goodness.