Slam poetry is a type of poetry that is created from a single moment of inspiration, is usually written in one continuous session, and is performed in front of a live audience. The characteristics of slam poetry are: Written in one continuous session. A single moment of inspiration. Performance in fRead more
Slam poetry is a type of poetry that is created from a single moment of inspiration, is usually written in one continuous session, and is performed in front of a live audience.
- The characteristics of slam poetry are:
- Written in one continuous session.
- A single moment of inspiration.
- Performance in front of a live audience.
- Features of spoken word poetry such as rhythm, intonation, and emphasis.
- Variety of poetic forms, such as lyrics, ballads, and sonnets.
- A focus on originality and authenticity.
- Paced delivery with a fast or slow tempo.
- Characterized by a conversational style.
- Presentation of self.
- Presentation of one
Figurative Language is a technique used by writers in their works. Figurative language is the language which is in the form of metaphors or symbols. The words which the writer or the poet uses do not reflect the actual meaning but rather something else which is deeper. e.g. in the poem The Human SeaRead more
Figurative Language is a technique used by writers in their works. Figurative language is the language which is in the form of metaphors or symbols. The words which the writer or the poet uses do not reflect the actual meaning but rather something else which is deeper.
e.g. in the poem The Human Seasons, Keats is mentioning the four seasons of the year, but deeper, the words rather refer to the four stages of human life.
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