Questions tagged 'Poetry'
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Kay ryan, ‘turtle’ which words from the poem are an example of a simile?
Kay Ryan's poem "Turtle" contains examples of similes. Which words from the poem illustrate this literary device? a. the sport of truly chastened things b. she can ill afford the chances she must take...
does anybody know the full version of the rhyme “first the worst second the best …?
Does anyone know the full version of the rhyme "First the worst, second the best, third the one with the hairy chest"? I remember the first few lines, but I can't recall the rest. Any help would be gr...
Which topic would most likely have been the focus of a poem during the romantic period?
Which topic would most likely have been the focus of a poem during the Romantic period? I believe the answer is A on e2020.
Is a tattoo of “Never cheat the man in the glass” a good idea?
I’ve always loved the poem "The Man in the Glass" by Dale Wimbrow and have been considering getting a tattoo inspired by it. I’m thinking of getting the phrase “Never cheat the man in the glass” as a...
Dec 03, 2024
I need a 3-5 minute long poem.?
I need to recite a poem in class, and I thought I found the perfect one, but it was too short. I'm looking for a poem that lasts between 3 to 5 minutes. Ideally, I would prefer something happy or funn...
night before christmas, and the name santa claus?
In the poem "The Night Before Christmas," how many times is the name "Santa Claus" mentioned?
What are the characters of fixed poetry?
What distinguishes the structure and focus of the excerpt from "Digging" compared to the haiku? The excerpt from "Digging" transitions between different moments in time, whereas the haiku captures and...
What does the use of “ether” mean in this poem?
I am struggling to understand the phrase "put him in the dark of ether" in the context of this poem. Specifically, it occurs in a passage that reads: “Don’t let him, sister!” So. But the hand was gone...
number poem examples?
Could you provide examples of number poems? I'm especially interested in poems that incorporate significant numbers, such as a special date or a lucky number. Thank you!
Why does Robert Frost often write in blank verse?
Why does Robert Frost frequently choose to write in blank verse? A. It features a predictable rhyme scheme. B. It mimics the natural rhythms of speech. C. It evokes vivid imagery of rural life. D. It...