Introduction of Elements of Poems/poetry

Introduction of Elements of Poems/poetry

The elements : 1. Meaning                2.Devices

Ø  Meaning

-      General Meaning       : What is the meaning of whole point in whole poem about

-      Detail Meaning          : should be given stanza by stanza

Ø  Devices

1.     Structural Devices

a.    Contrast => Occurs when we find the opposite picture side by side

b.    Illustration => Express vivid picture clearly

c.    Repetition => Repeat single lines or stanza to emphasize a particular idea

2.    Sense Devices

a.    Simile => Direct comparison of two things by using the word : “like”, “as” or “such as”

b.    Metaphor => It’s also comparison, like simile, but without the word : “like”, “as” or “such as”.

c.    Personification => Occurs when inanimate objects are given human form or when they are made to speak in the poem.

3.    Sounds Devices

a.    Alliteration

b.    Rhyme

c.    Onomatopoeia

d.    Assonance