Poetry Analysis Test

Which poet spoke at the inauguration of JFK in 1961 and received over 40 honorary degrees?

Who wrote the poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells?"

Definition: "Short, unrhymed poems with three lines, often about nature."

Definition: "The way we “normally” write – follows all grammatical rules."

Definition: "The repeated use of a sound, word, or phrase."

Which poet was known for his use of "American colloquial speech" (colloquial mean simple)

Who wrote the poem "O Captain! My Captain!?"

The poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells" is written about which holiday?

Who wrote the poem "Dreams?"

The poem "Silver" describes in detail the way the moonlight looks. What poetic term is this?

"The repetition of sounds at the ends of words."

Definition: "Poetry that is made up of lines from other people or literature."

The poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells" is an excerpt from which longer poem?

Definition:Written for the single purpose of celebrating or honoring a person, object, or idea.

Who is the author of the poem "Silver?"

Definition: "Humorous five lined poems with an ‘aabba’ rhyme scheme."

Which poet was one of the most influential writers during the Civil Rights movement?

Which author wrote the poem "Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening?"

The poem "Oh Captain! my Captain!" was written about which historical figure?

Definition: "Writing or speech that appeals to one or more of the five senses."

Which poet was a largely influenced by the rhythm of jazz music?

Definition: "Fourteen line poems with a formal tone."

What type of figurative language is used - "Life is a barren field frozen without snow"

Which poet moved to Washington D.C. during the civil war was a supporter of Abraham Lincoln?

Definition: "The character or voice who tells a poem."