Rhyme scheme is the pattern of rhyme in a poem, determined by assigning letters of the alphabet to each rhymed line. This is supposedly the rhythm that comes closest to the natural rhythms of English speech. A metaphor takes one word that signifies one kind of thing, quality, or action and applies it to another, without any explicit indication of the relation between them. Alliteration is the repetition of consonants, especially at the beginning of words or stressed syllables. The b lazing b rightness of her b eauties b eame, And glorious light of her s unshiny face To tell, were as to s trive against the s treame.
Personification is the description of an inanimate object as though it had human capacities.
Tone is the attitude to the subject matter and to the reader implied by the text. For example, a tone is characterized as formal or intimate, serious or ironic, condescending or obsequious. Atmosphere is the mood pervading the work, often through description of setting, use of tone, and selection of imagery. General guidelines When reading a poem, concentrate first on meaning . Appreciating poetry involves an appreciation of language.