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Reading Poetry
Quick questions on Sound and rhythm in poetry explained: N(A)-Level Literature in English
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What are the main sound devices?Show answer
You need a few simple devices, and the habit of explaining their effect:
What is read it aloud in your head?Show answer
The fastest way to find sound effects is to "hear" the poem in your head as you read. Listen for sounds that repeat, words that imitate noises, and places where the beat speeds up or slows down. Then ask: does this sound match what the poem is about?
What is no quotation?Show answer
Writing about sound without quoting the words. Quote the actual sounds you can hear.
What is q1?Show answer
What is the difference between alliteration and onomatopoeia? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Why is "there is alliteration here" not a complete point? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
What is the strongest kind of point you can make about sound? [3 marks]
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