π Topic Summary
Emily Dickinson, a prominent 19th-century American poet, is celebrated for her innovative and unconventional poetic techniques. Her poems often explore themes of nature, death, immortality, and spirituality, characterized by slant rhyme, unconventional capitalization, dashes, and concise language. Understanding these techniques is crucial for interpreting her complex and evocative works.
This worksheet will help you practice identifying and understanding some of Emily Dickinson's key poetic techniques. Good luck!π
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Slant Rhyme |
A. A pause or break within a line of poetry. |
| 2. Caesura |
B. The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. |
| 3. Anaphora |
C. The use of inexact, or near rhyme. |
| 4. Assonance |
D. The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses. |
| 5. Alliteration |
E. The repetition of vowel sounds within words. |
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the following paragraph using the words provided below:
Emily Dickinson's poetry is known for its use of _______, often employing dashes and unconventional _______. Her poems frequently explore themes of _______ and _______, reflecting her introspective view of the world. She also uses _______ rhyme to create a sense of unease or incompleteness.
Words: death, capitalization, slant, immortality, unconventional
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
How does Emily Dickinson's use of unconventional capitalization and dashes contribute to the overall meaning and impact of her poems? Provide specific examples from her work to support your answer.