Poetic Devices

The leaves on the ground danced in the wind

“Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. Is an example of:

The art of using an object or a word to represent an abstract idea

What is Ms. Salinas' favorite color?

Language that uses words with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation.

Is the poet’s “voice” or attitude toward the poem or audience.

Writing that takes parts of nature and that is usually rhythmical and metaphorical.

Don’t act like a Romeo in front of her.” “Romeo” is a reference to Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet

Is the overall feeling of the poem.

The repetition of consonant sounds within sentences, phrases, or in poems is...

_____a factor draws a verbal picture by the use of comparison.It is more positive

_____ uses the words “like” or “as” to compare one object or idea with another

“That woman is a dove at heart.” It is an example of

He was so hungry, he ate that whole cornfield for lunch, stalks and all.

Let's break the ice, is an example of...

Actions speak louder than actions, is an example of

A word to describe or imitate a natural sound or the sound made by an object or an action.

Curious cats crouch on the windowsill Watching through the glass As blue birds fly by

_____________is generally defined as literal or dictionary meanings of a word

Words or phrases that appeal to the 5 senses

Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered weak and weary, Is an example of :

Single word or phrase used throughout a poem to emphasize a particular point or idea