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What is a Caesura in poetry?

AA rhythmic scheme that defines the poem's structure

BA break or pause within a line

CA type of imagery used to convey emotions

DA form of rhyme used at the end of lines

Answer:

B. A break or pause within a line

Read Explanation:

  • A Caesura is a break or pause within a line of poetry, usually marked by punctuation such as a comma, period, dash, or semicolon.

  • It can create a dramatic effect, emphasize meaning, or control the rhythm of a poem.


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