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What is 14 lines long, written in iambic pentameter, and follows a predetermined rhyme scheme? Introduce scholars to the sonnet, one of the most famous of the fixed-form types of poetry, with a 10-slide presentation that includes the rules for the form and several examples.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Challenge class members to craft either a Petrarchan, Shakespearean, or Spenserian sonnet
- Use the presentation in a study of fixed-form poetry
Classroom Considerations
- Designed for Honors or AP level ELA classes
Pros
- Provides examples of the different types of sonnets
- Includes two sonnets for viewers to analyze
Cons
- None