Free Verse
Definition
Free verse is a type of poetry that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or metrical pattern. It allows poets to have more freedom in their writing and create unique rhythms and structures.
Analogy
Free verse is like a blank canvas for a painter. Just as the painter can freely choose colors and brushstrokes without any restrictions, the poet can use words and phrases without being bound by traditional poetic rules.
Related terms
Enjambment: This term refers to when a line of poetry continues onto the next line without punctuation or pause.
Imagery: Imagery is the use of vivid language to create sensory experiences for the reader.
Stanza: A stanza is a group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose writing.
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- In poetry, what role does free verse play in conveying the meaning and tone of a text?
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