Introduction to Types of Poetry: Flashcards
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What type of poetry is known for its 14-line structure and strict rhyme scheme?
Sonnet
Which type of poetry expresses personal thoughts and emotions, often in first-person voice?
Lyric poetry
What type of poem tells a story, often with characters and a plot?
Narrative poetry
Which form of poetry often features a solemn tone and is used to mourn or honor someone?
Elegy
Which type of poetry is known for its irregular meter and lack of rhyme?
Free verse
What type of humorous, five-line poem follows an AABBA rhyme scheme?
Limerick
Which type of Japanese poem is structured in three lines w…