The World of Poetry
The World of Poetry
Requirements:
• Find examples (in published poems) of each of the six poetic devices listed on the “Poetic Devices” page.
• Fill in definitions for poetic terms.
• Write a draft of each of the following types of poetry.
• Once a draft of each has been written, publish a Power Point presentation of each of the following:
Slide #1 Title Slide with name for your collection of poems and your name (2 pts)
Slide #2 Shape poem
Slide #3 Diamante
Slide #4 Haiku
Slide #5 Tanka
Slide #6 Cinquain
Slide #7 Naani
Slide #8 Limerick
Slide #9 Terza Rima
Slide #10 Rondelet
Slide #11 “So Much Depends Upon…” poem
Slide #12 “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words” Poem
Slide #13 “I am” poem
*This packet MUST be completed by May 16th
in order to complete a power point presentation with the drafts in the computer lab. Power point presentations are to be completed by May 21st.
*FOR SLIDES #2- 13 YOU MUST LABEL EACH TYPE OF POEM IN THE BOTTOM RIGHT OR LEFT CORNER.
*EACH POEM MUST HAVE A TITLE and a PICTURE
THE WORLD OF POETRY RESOURCE CENTER can answer most of your questions regarding this assignment. It is located on the studrive, saved student files, _____________, then open the World of Poetry folder
1) Poetic Devices Page(s)
Use published poems to give examples of the following poetic devices.
DO NOT COPY ENTIRE POEMS FOR EACH EXAMPLE
(BE SURE TO LABEL EACH EXAMPLE AND LIST AUTHOR/TITLE):
|Poetic Device |EXAMPLE |Title, Author |
|Simile | | |
|Metaphor | | |
|Personification | | |
|Alliteration | | |
|Hyperbole | | |
|Onomatopoeia | | |
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|POETIC TERMS |DEFINITION |
|Stanza | |
|Rhyme scheme | |
|Meter | |
|Refrain | |
|Ballad | |
|Narrative poem | |
|Lyric poem | |
|Free Verse | |
|Imagery | |
2) Shape Poem
Country: America
Pattern: Poem is written in the shape of a concrete object
Example:
Football
Cheering crazed fanatics
Screaming wildly from the stands that shake
The smell of hot dogs and popcorn smother my nose
All eyes shift to the one yard line and no one dares to look away
The hero grips the ball, a silence enters the stadium as he sets to throw
Stepping back now, staggering dodging fierce, fire-breathing foes
The muscles contract, the arm extends and LAUNCH
A lone receiver emerges from a crowd
A rifle shot passes defenders
Touchdown
3) Diamante
Country of Origin: America
Pattern:
Line 1: Noun or subject
Line 2: Two Adjectives describing the first noun/subject
Line 3: Three -ing words describing the first noun/subject
Line 4: Four words: two about the first noun/subject, two about the antonym/synonym
Line 5: Three -ing words about the antonym/synonym
Line 6: Two adjectives describing the antonym/synonym
Line 7: Antonym/synonym for the subject
Example #1:
Rain
humid, damp
refreshing, dripping, splattering
wet, slippery, cold, slushy
sliding, melting, freezing
frigid, icy
Snow
Example #2:
Kitten
cute, soft
purring, clawing, pouncing
playful, fur, fun, feline
pawing, licking, loving
bright-eyed, beautiful
Cat
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4) Haiku
Country of Origin
Pattern: 5-7-5
Example: Gentle waterfall,
Tripping over rocks and stones
Creating beauty.
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5) Tanka
Country of Origin
Pattern: 5-7-5-7-7
Example: The pain of knowing
Taking my heart past road blocks
Feeling like you’re home
Watching you walk away now
Never to return to me
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6) Cinquain
Country of Origin: Characteristic of Japanese poetry
Pattern: 2-4-6-8-2
Example: I Know
Don't lie
I look though you
To the depths of your soul
I can see your innermost thought
I know
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7) Naani
Country of Origin: India
Pattern: 4 lines which total 20 to 25 syllables.
Example:
Washing away time
The sands shift with ease
Ever changing white beach
Tomorrow a different place
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8) Limerick
Country of Origin: Ireland
Pattern: 9-9-5-5-9
Example: There once was a man who loved just cheese
His body was large from head to knees
He ate till he dropped
His stomach just popped
His last words were, “I’d like more cheese please!”
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9) Terza rima
Country of Origin: Italy
Pattern: A-B-A, B-C-B
Example:
The aroma of goodness wafting through the air
Cheesy, bubbly, and crispy outer crust
The pepperoni and basil often adds some flair
Tomatoes and olives with extra cheese a must
I eat and eat with little room to spare
One more piece of the pizza and I may bust
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10) Rondelet
Country of Origin: France
Pattern: 4-8-4-8-8-8-4
The 4 syllable lines stay the same (refer to example)
Lines 2, 5, and 6 rhyme
Example #1:
Such Happiness
Such happiness __________________
Has crept up on me without sound, ______________________________
Such happiness ___________________
Has touched my heart with soft caress; ________________________________
All life’s sharp corners have gone round, _________________________________
Since I’ve met you, my friend, I’ve found _________________________________
Such happiness. ___________________
Example #2:
Happy Am I!
Happy am I!
For I have found a friend in you.
Happy am I!
The sun is shining in my sky.
I know that you will see me through,
No more will I be feeling blue.
Happy am I!
11) “So Much Depends Upon” poem (U.S.)
EXAMPLES:
|So much depends |So much depends |
|Upon |Upon |
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|The frail upset |An isolated thunder |
|Child |Storm |
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|Sitting on broken |Pounding on red |
|Glass |Clay |
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|Beside the mangled |During the championship |
|Car. |Game. |
DRAFT:
Follow this format to draft:
So much depends So much depends
Upon Upon
Article, adjective, adjective ______________________
Noun ____________
-ed/-ing suffix, preposition, adjective ______________________
Noun ____________
Preposition, article, adjective ______________________
Noun. _____________
12) “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words” Poem
A picture is worth a thousand words! Choose one of the photographs shown in class. Write a poem based on the images seen in the photo. It must be a minimum of two stanzas with four lines in each stanza. Remember to use descriptive language. Every noun must have at least one adjective.
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13) “I am” poem (U.S.)
This poem will hopefully allow you to see yourself in a different light (as a poet and as a wonderful human being). Have fun, be creative, and use appropriate items. The evaluation will be based on creativity and completed responses.
EXAMPLE:
Allison
Who is creative, intelligent, fun, responsible, self-discipline, and enthusiastic
Who is a sister of Meghan, Melinda, Chris, and Harrison
Who is a lover of creating art, making up plays, riding Dad’s Harley, and running track
Who feels joy with her friends and pain when they’re gone
Who needs her cell phone, hair brush, macaroni and cheese, friends, and her family
Who gives her grandma much joy, her parents pride, and her siblings love
Who fears dark rooms, not doing well on tests, zits, and coming in last
Who would like to see Paris, the Mona Lisa, and my future home
Who is an honor roll student, a typical 13-year old, and a friend to Amber and Christy
Who is a resident of Jacksonville, Florida
Chase
DRAFT:
_________________(Your first name)
Who is (four traits that describe you) _________________________________________
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Who is a sibling of (or pet owner of) __________________________________________
Who is a lover of (3 people or ideas) __________________________________________
Who feels (3 responses) ___________________________________________________
Who needs (3 responses) ___________________________________________________
Who gives (3 responses) ___________________________________________________
Who fears (3 responses) ___________________________________________________
Who would like to see (3 responses) __________________________________________
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Who is (3 responses) _____________________________________________________
Who is a resident of (city, state, etc.) __________________________________________
______________________ (Your last name)
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Each poem slide = 8 pts
Title slide = 4 pts
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