Sub-genres of Poetry - forms of literature
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Literary Genres
Lesson Plans by Kristy Littlehale
It seems like there is an infinite amount of genres in literature, but in reality, there are only three: Poetry, Drama, and Prose. Students will encounter these genres for most of what they read and write about in school, so it’s important for them to know their key characteristics.
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Genres of Literature - Sub-genres of Poetry - types of genre in literature
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- Slide: 1
- SONGS AND BALLADS
- • Poetry with a set rhythm, sometimes accompanied by musical instruments • Typically includes repetition, simple language, and a set rhyme scheme
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- LYRIC
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- • Poetry in which one speaker expresses his or her feelings on a particular subject • Includes forms such as odes, sonnets, and haikus
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- EPIC
- • A long narrative poem, typically about the deeds of gods or heroes• Elevated in style• Includes adventures and expresses values held dear by its culture
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- DRAMATIC
- • A narrative poem that uses invented characters• Ranges from a simple monologue to a full-length production• Can include dialogue, multiple characters, and can be spoken or sung
- Slide: 5
- NARRATIVE
- • Poetry that tells a story • Can be in traditional or organic forms• Structured in metered verse
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