Poetry

Form of a poem is the way it is laid out on the page. 

​Line is the core unit of a poem.

Line Break The place where a line ends

​Line length is an essential element of a poem’s meaning and rhythm. What else do you need to know about line breaks?

• ​They do not always signal the end of a sentence or thought.

• A line break can occur in the middle of a sentence or phrase to create a meaningful pause or emphasis.

• Poets use a variety of line breaks to convey a wide range of effects, such as pace, mood, rhythm, and tone.

​Imagery descriptions that appeal to the senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch and help a reader create mental images.

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