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113 Poetry Unit

113 Poetry Unit. Acrostics: Poems with a special edge . In a traditional acrostic, the first letter of each line spells a word or phrase, most often the title or subject of the poem. You can even write a version of the traditional acrostic, like Poe did. Can you find the name in this poem? .

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113 Poetry Unit

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  1. 113 Poetry Unit

  2. Acrostics: Poems with a special edge • In a traditional acrostic, the first letter of each line spells a word or phrase, most often the title or subject of the poem. • You can even write a version of the traditional acrostic, like Poe did. Can you find the name in this poem?

  3. “A Valentine to _____” –Poe For her this rhyme is penned, whose luminous eyes,Brightly expressive as the twins of Leda,Shall find her own sweet name, that nestling liesUpon the page, enwrapped from every reader.Search narrowly the lines!- they hold a treasureDivine- a talisman- an amuletThat must be worn at heart. Search well the measure-

  4. Frances! The poem is a valentine to Frances Sargent Osgood. Poe hid her name within the poem. The first letter of the first line is the first letter of her name. The second letter of the second line is the second letter of her name. The third letter of the third line is the third letter of her name. And so on and so on.

  5. Other Acrostics Emma Eager to learn Makes time to read Marvelous artist Adores her poodle Cat Can’t Avoid Trouble

  6. Write your own First, make a list of characteristics about yourself: -Likes/Dislikes -Personality -Material Treasures -Dreams/Plans -Physical Characteristics -Family and Family Life Then, Choose the words that best suits you. Bonus! Write it like a Poe acrostic for a bonus point!

  7. The Cinquain • Handout pages 13, 16, 17, & 18

  8. Limericks

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