Introduction to Poetry: Structure

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Structure is to do with the words used in a poem.

Structure refers to the figurative language used in a poem.

Structure refers to the way the poem has been organised.

Which of these tells us what structure means in poetry?

How the stanzas in the poem are organised.

Which of these is NOT something we would look at when thinking about how a poem is structured?

Which of these is another word for the turning point in a poem?

What might a poet do to build on a key idea or theme in their poetry?

What might a poet do to reflect ideas to do with time or pace in their poetry?

Imagery is the name for the verses in a poem.

Imagery is when you described one thing as being like another using like or as.

Imagery means words that a writer uses to paint a strong picture in the reader’s mind.

Which of these is the correct definition of imagery?

It is used by writers to confuse their readers.

It is used by writers to express big ideas and emotions.

It is used by writers who don't want to express big ideas and emotions.

'I can love thee still, my dear, / Till a’ the seas gang dry'.

Identify the metaphor from the quotations below

'I will come again, my love / Though ‘twere ten thousand mile'.

Identify the simile from the quotations below

The poem is about the difficulties people face when in love.

This poem is about how how lonely and sad being in love can be.

This poem is about how much the poet likes roses.

This poem is about the deep and everlasting love the speaker feels for their partner.

Which of these sentences best summarises the emotions expressed in the poem 'A Red, Red Rose'.