Lyric Poetry

• • 1 iamb - 2 syllables.
  • 1st iamb - unstressed
  • 2nd iamb - stressed.
• • Iambic Pentameter
  • 5 iambs - 10 syllables.
  • Example: “But soft! What light through yonder window breaks.”
• Elements of poetry:

  • Meter - rhythmic pattern.
  • Mood - emotional response.
  • Tone - attitude of the author.
  • Theme - central idea.
• Figure of speech - form of expressions.
• • Simile:
  • Used to compare.
  • Uses reaction such as “like” or “as.”
  • Example: Your eyes are like diamonds.
• • Metaphor:
  • Used to describe.
  • Example: You have a heart of gold.
• • Personification:
  • To attribute human characteristics.
  • Example: The tourists were welcomed by sun.
• 1. The shades of evening soul - personification.
  2. A melody that touches to any hearts - metaphor.
• Features of Lyric Poetry:

  1. It has song-like quality.
  2. It explores emotions and personal feelings.
  3. It has literary devices that are used to highlight the poet’s writing purpose.