Y. Sabriah-Poetic Terms

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Across
  1. 4. The strict, literal dictionary definition of a word.
  2. 5. A stanza containing exactly four lines.
  3. 15. A famous 14-line poem that follows a specific, strict rhythm and rhyme pattern.
  4. 16. Normal, everyday writing (like a text, email, or novel) that does not follow a rhythmic, poetic structure.
  5. 17. Words that sound exactly like what they mean (e.g., "buzz," "hiss").
  6. 19. A stanza containing exactly two lines, usually rhyming.
  7. 20. Words and sounds that are harsh, sharp, or unpleasant to the ear.
  8. 21. Another spelling of rhyme; words that end with the same sound.
  9. 22. A single line of poetry, or poetry in general.
  10. 24. The act of marking the beats (stresses and pauses) in a line of poetry to figure out its meter.
  11. 25. A natural break, rest, or stop in a line of poetry or speech.
  12. 28. A stanza containing exactly three lines.
  13. 29. A dramatic shift, turn, or change in thought or emotion within a poem.
  14. 30. An object or action that represents a bigger, deeper meaning (e.g., a dove means peace)
  15. 31. A traditional story meant to explain history, religion, or natural events, often involving gods or heroes.
Down
  1. 1. The emotions, feelings, or cultural ideas associated with a word.
  2. 2. Words that create a visual picture or appeal to the senses (sight, sound, etc.).
  3. 3. A grouped set of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in a story.
  4. 6. A classic, universal character or plot type that appears in all stories across the world (e.g., the "Hero" or the "Wise Old Guide").
  5. 7. Giving a specific syllable extra loudness or emphasis when spoken.
  6. 8. Repeating the same vowel sound inside nearby words (e.g., "The light of the fire").
  7. 9. The specific words an author chooses to use.
  8. 10. The musical flow or beat created by stressed and unstressed syllables.
  9. 11. A stanza containing exactly eight lines.
  10. 12. Comparing two things by saying one is the other (e.g., "Time is a thief").
  11. 13. Words and sounds that are smooth, pleasant, and easy to listen to.
  12. 14. A strong pause or break inside a line of poetry, often marked by punctuation.
  13. 18. Repeating the same starting consonant sounds in a row (e.g., "Peter Piper picked...").
  14. 23. A stanza containing exactly six lines.
  15. 26. The specific rhythm of stresses given to syllables in a word or line.
  16. 27. The organized, repeating rhythm or beat of a poem (like a steady drumbeat).