English 3 Scansion Quiz!

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Prove your English 3 scansion skills with this quick quiz!

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1.

Monometer means three feet per line of poetry.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Monometer means one foot per line of poetry.

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Dactylic means stressed, unstressed, unstressed
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Dactylic is a metrical foot in poetry that consists of one stressed syllable followed by two unstressed syllables. This pattern is commonly found in classical poetry, such as in ancient Greek and Latin verse. Therefore, the statement "Dactylic means stressed, unstressed, unstressed" is true, as it accurately describes the pattern of a dactylic foot.

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3.

When scanning a poem, you do not have to include a rhyme scheme.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
When scanning a poem, it is important to include the rhyme scheme. The rhyme scheme refers to the pattern of rhymes at the end of each line in a poem. It helps to analyze the structure and form of the poem, as well as understand the poet's intentions. By identifying and including the rhyme scheme, readers can better appreciate the poetic techniques and devices used by the poet. Therefore, the statement that you do not have to include a rhyme scheme when scanning a poem is false.

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The unstressed mark is called a "barrett."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It is called a "breve"

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5.

"Meter" means "measured rhythm."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement "Meter means measured rhythm" is true. Meter refers to the rhythmic structure of a poem or piece of music, where stressed and unstressed syllables are organized into patterns. It provides a sense of regularity and beats to the composition. This term is commonly used in poetry and music to describe the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables or beats in a line or a measure. So, the given statement is correct.

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English 3 Scansion Quiz!

Monometer means three feet per line of poetry.

Dactylic means stressed, unstressed, unstressed

When scanning a poem, you do not have to include a rhyme scheme.

The unstressed mark is called a "barrett."

"Meter" means "measured rhythm."