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Essential Question:
Essential Question:
What types of poetry might I encounter?
What types of poetry might I encounter?
Over the centuries, numerous different types of poetry have developed. The categories are some time rather broad, while other might be incredibly specific. Today, we we examine a number of these classifications and consider how they can help us analyze the content of the poem.
Key Terms
Key Terms
Lyrical Poems
Narrative Poems
Epic Poems
Types of Poetry
Types of Poetry
The types of poems in existence, including strict forms, are usually defined by content, meter, and rhyme scheme. Some forms may even require repeated lines. Today, you will take to the internet to conduct your own research into the many differences in the types of poem you might read.
Activity: Poetry Webhunt
Activity: Poetry Webhunt
Today, you will research the elements that help define a number of types and forms of poetry.
Please access the webhunt document here. The link should automatically make a copy for you to complete.
You might find the following Websites helpful as you conduct your research:
Now that we've looked at the different types of poetry you might encounter, we'll begin to analyze specific forms. Follow the link when you're ready!
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