1. Dialectical poetry is poetry that
a uses a unique rhyme scheme and meter.
b has fourteen lines and uses iambic pentameter.
c uses language that is specific to a geographic location.
d is based on symbols that represent opposite extremes.
2. Which of these is NOT a main characteristic of odes?
a dignified tone and style
b thoughtful, personal reflection
c often addresses the subject, even if nonhuman
d relies heavily on rhythm and word sounds
3. In Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem “To a Skylark,” the line “Bird, thou never wert” demonstrates BOTH
a simile and personification.
b archaic language and apostrophe.
c metaphor and terza rima.
d alliteration and onomatopoeia.
4. Which statement is true about lyric poetry?
a There is always only one speaker.
b The speaker and the author are always the same person.
c The tone of the poem is always light and positive.
dThe poem is usually long and heroic in tone.
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1. d
2. d
3. b
4. a
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To find the answers to these questions, we can break down each question and analyze the options provided.
1. Dialectical poetry refers to a specific form of poetry that has certain characteristics. In order to determine the correct answer, we need to understand the definition of the term "dialectical poetry." Dialectical poetry is poetry that is based on symbols that represent opposite extremes. Therefore, the correct answer is option d: "is based on symbols that represent opposite extremes."
2. To identify the main characteristics of odes, we need to know the general features that define an ode. We can analyze each option to find the one that does not match the characteristics of an ode. The correct answer is option d: "relies heavily on rhythm and word sounds." Odes typically focus on a dignified tone and style, thoughtful personal reflection, and often address the subject, even if nonhuman.
3. In order to determine the correct answer for this question, we need to understand the literary devices used in the given line from Percy Bysshe Shelley's poem "To a Skylark." The line "Bird, thou never wert" shows the use of metaphor and terza rima. Terza rima refers to a rhyming scheme where the middle line of one stanza becomes the first and third line of the next stanza. Therefore, the correct answer is option c: "metaphor and terza rima."
4. To find the true statement about lyric poetry, we need to analyze the options given. Lyric poetry can vary in terms of its characteristics, but we can search for the most accurate answer. The correct answer is option a: "There is always only one speaker." While there may be exceptions, lyric poetry typically features a singular speaker expressing their thoughts and emotions.