English 101 Poetry Page

Haiku

Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry. Haiku makes an intuitive connection between something in nature and something else. Its sturture is 3-line poem, with five, seven, and five syllables on each line.

Senryu

Senryu is also a form of Japanese poetry. Like haiku senryu makes an intuitive connection; however, its connection focuces on human nature, emotions, and experiences. Its structure is also a 3-line poem, with five, seven,nd five syllables on each line.

Cinquqin

Cinquain is a form of poetry that makes a connection between two things. Its structure is a 5-line poem, with two, four, six, eight, and two syllables on each line.





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