Lesson 2 Elements of Poetry

Lesson 2:
Elements of Poetry
Learning Competency
EN7LIT-I-1 Analyze literary texts as
expressions of individual or communal
values within.
• Learning Objectives
• 1. Share specific thoughts or insights on Filipino values
discussed in class.
• 2. Write a short prayer showing the elements of poetry.
• 3. Analyze the given poem according to the assigned
concept.
• 4. Share their ideas and thoughts about significant
concepts from the poem and relate it to your specific local
identity or Filipino identity in general.
Descriptive Words
Descriptive words help a writer create vivid
mental images for readers, painting scenes,
emotions, or sensory experiences through
language. They can evoke specific emotions or
moods, adding depth to the poem.
Descriptive words provide specific
details that enhance the reader's understanding
and engagement with the poem. They can
describe physical characteristics, actions, or
even abstract concepts in a tangible way.
Poetry
- literary work in which special
intensity is given to the
expression of feelings and ideas
by the use of distinctive style
and rhythm; poems collectively
or as a genre of literature.
Poetry is a type of literature, or
artistic writing, that attempts to
stir a reader's imagination or
emotions. The poet does this by
carefully choosing and arranging
language for its meaning, sound,
and rhythm. Some poems, such as
nursery rhymes, are simple and
humorous.
Poetry is a type of literature
that conveys a thought, describes
a scene or tells a story in a
concentrated, lyrical arrangement
of words. Poems can be
structured, with rhyming lines and
meter, the rhythm and emphasis of
a line based on syllabic beats.
Elements of Poetry
● Form - Refers to how the
poem is put together, like its
structure and design. This
includes things like how it
rhymes, the rhythm of the
words, how the lines are
grouped into stanzas, and how
it looks on the page.
● Line – The basic unit of
poetry, often characterized by
its length, rhythm, and
arrangement on the page.
● Imagery – Descriptive
language that appeals to the
senses, creating vivid mental
pictures and sensory
experiences for the reader. This
means the writer chooses
words that help you imagine
how things look, sound, feel,
smell, or taste.
Syllable - is the number of
times you hear a sound of a
vowel when pronouncing the
words.
Stressed syllable -that is
pronounced more strongly than
the other syllable.
● Sound Devices – Techniques
such as rhyme, rhythm,
alliteration, assonance,
consonance, and onomatopoeia
that create auditory effects and
enhance the musicality of a
poem.
Rhyme - repetition of similar
sounds at the end of lines
Examples: bells - tells, light –

night, Cook – book, lock – flock,
cat - hat
Rhythm - pattern of stressed
and unstressed syllables
Alliteration - when words near
one another repeat the same
sound at the BEGINNING of the
words
Exam
Polly's prancing pony
performed perfectly.
The boy buzzed around as busy
as a bee.
Consonance - repetition of the
consonant sounds from
anywhere in the word, not only
at the beginning
Example:
He stood on the road and cried.
Toss the glass, boss.
It will creep and beep while you
sleep.
Assonance - repetition of vowel
sound from anywhere in the
word
The light of the fire is a sight.
(repetition of the long i sound).
Go slow over the road.
(repetition of the long o sound).
Peter Piper picked a peck of
pickled peppers. (repetition of the short e
and long i sounds).
Onomatopoeia - when words
sound like the noise being
described
Examples:
The sheep went, “Baa.”
The best part about music class
is that you can bang on the
drum.
It is not unusual for a dog to
bark when visitors arrive.
Figurative Language - adds depth,
nuance, and emotion to poetry by
going beyond literal meanings and
inviting readers to interpret and
experience the text in different ways
through the use of metaphors, similes,
personification, hyperbole, etc. It
allows poets to convey complex ideas,
emotions, and experiences through
imaginative and creative language.
Simile
> the use of "as" or "like" in
comparing two different things
Examples:
The boy was as brave as a lion in the

jungle.
The new teacher is as tall as a giraffe.
The new neighbor is as curious as a

cat; nothing escapes her attention.
Metaphor
> direct comparison of two
unlike things without the
use of "like" or "as"
Examples:
Love is a battlefield.
Baby, you are my sunshine.

Personification
> when human traits and
emotions are attributed
to non - human objects,
animals, or abstract
concepts
Examples:
The radio stared at me.
The car brakes screamed all through

the journey.
The car stopped with a groaning

complaint.
Hyperbole
> involves exaggerated
statements of claims not
meant to be taken
literally
Examples:
I have told you a million times to wash

the dishes.
The afternoon is so bright that the sun

would have to wear sunglasses.
Theme
> The central idea,
message, or underlying
meaning of a poem, often
expressed through
recurring images,
symbols, or motifs.
CONTEXT
BIOGRAPHICAL CONTEXT
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
SOCIOCULTURAL
CONTEXT
BIOGRAPHICAL CONTEXT
● Includes the life experiences,
background, beliefs, and personal
history of the writer.
● Understanding the writer's

biography can provide insights into
the motivations, emotions, and
perspectives behind their poems.
● This context may influence the
theme, subject, and style of the
writer.
● Personal experiences often shape

the themes and emotions explored
in poetry, making biographical
context crucial for understanding
the writer's perspective and creative
process.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
- ● Refers to the time period,
events, social conditions, and
cultural movements in which the
poem was written.
● Examining historical context
helps readers understand how
societal changes, political events,
or cultural shifts may have
influenced the poet's perspective
and message.
SOCIOCULTURAL CONTEXT
● Refers to the social, cultural, and
ideological environment in which the
poem is produced and received.
● Socio-cultural context includes

factors such as societal norms, values,
beliefs, traditions, and cultural
identities.
This context may influence the
themes, symbols, language choices,
and interpretations of the poem, as
well as how the poem is received
and understood by different
audience.

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Examples: bells - tells, light –

The boy was as brave as a lion in the

The new teacher is as tall as a giraffe.

The new neighbor is as curious as a

Baby, you are my sunshine.

The car brakes screamed all through

The car stopped with a groaning

I have told you a million times to wash

The afternoon is so bright that the sun

● Understanding the writer's

● Personal experiences often shape

● Socio-cultural context includes

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