Sonnet
A sonnet is a type of poem that has a specific structure and rhyme scheme. It traditionally consists of 14 lines and follows a strict rhyme scheme and metrical pattern. Sonnets have been popular in English poetry for centuries and are known for their lyrical and expressive nature.
Sonnet Structure
The 14 lines of a sonnet are typically divided into two parts: the octave (8 lines) and the sestet (6 lines). The octave usually presents a problem or situation, while the sestet offers a resolution or commentary on the subject. The most common form of sonnet is the Shakespearean or English sonnet, which follows the rhyme scheme ABABCDCDEFEFGG.
Types of Sonnets
There are several different types of sonnets, including the Petrarchan (or Italian) sonnet, which is divided into an octave and a sestet with the rhyme scheme ABBAABBACDCDCD, and the Spenserian sonnet, which features the rhyme scheme ABAB BCBC CDCD EE.
Study Guide
- What is the structure of a sonnet?
- What is the most common form of sonnet?
- What are the different types of sonnets?
- Who are some famous poets known for writing sonnets?
- Write your own sonnet following either the Shakespearean, Petrarchan, or Spenserian form.
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