Forms of Poetry

Just like there are many different genres of fiction, there are many different forms of poetry. In today's post you will be exploring three of those types and analyzing the purpose of each type.
For sources beyond your book you may follow the following links:
Free Verse Poetry
Prose Poem
Lyric Poem (Note that Ode's are examples of Lyric poems, as well.)

In your post define each type of poem. What are the main differences between each type and main similarities? Search for an example of each type of poem. Analyze the overall purpose of the poem and how the FORM aids the poet in achieving their purpose.

Challenge: Choose a form and write a poem in that style.

Poetry Forum

Create your own post with poetry that you would like to share with the class. It can be poetry you wrote or poetry you like. Feel free to comment on each other's poetry, however provide only constructive and positive feedback in response to any art posted on this page. Any comment that is not AP level or constructive will be removed from the blog.