Poetic Form and Figurative Language · Vocabulary & Language

The Impact of Sound and Rhythm

Exploring how alliteration, assonance, and meter affect the mood and pace of a poem.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the use of harsh consonants contribute to a poem's aggressive tone?
  2. 2In what ways does a steady rhythm mimic the physical sensations described in the text?
  3. 3How does enjambment influence the speed at which a reader processes a poetic thought?

Common Core State Standards

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.9-10.4CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.9-10.5.a
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: English Language Arts
Unit: Poetic Form and Figurative Language
Period: Vocabulary & Language

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