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  • Why do we compare poems?
    • To judge which poem is better than the other.
    • To identify differences and similarities in themes, structure and language.  ✓
    • To categorise poems into specific genres.
    • To memorise their content easily.
  • Which of the following is true about poetry?
    • Poems rely on factual information and evidence.
    • Poems include creativity and emotions and they make use of figurative language.  ✓
    • Poems strictly adhere to a narrative structure.
    • Poems strictly adhere to punctuation rules.
  • Who illustrated John Lyons' poetry collection 'Dancing in the Rain'?
    • Dr. Seuss
    • John Lyons  ✓
    • Beatrix Potter
    • J.K. Rowling
  • What is the job of an illustrator in the context of a book?
    • To create visual images that complement the text.  ✓
    • To edit and proofread the written text.
    • To write the storyline and narrative.
  • What role does rhythm serve in poetry?
    • It tells you the length of the poem.
    • It creates a melodic flow and musicality in the poem.  ✓
    • It determines the theme of the poem.
  • What does the term 'rhythm' refer to in poetry?
    • The number of lines in a verse.
    • The emotional mood conveyed in a poem.
    • The volume at which a poem is read aloud.
    • The pattern of the words when spoken out loud.  ✓
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