This Poetry Techniques Mini ÌÇÐÄVlogt is designed to support the Junior Cycle Poetry Booklet. It focuses on core poetic devices that students are expected to learn, recognise, and apply confidently by the end of the course.

Content Overview:

10 essential poetic techniques (e.g. alliteration, simile, metaphor, etc.)

A mix of question types: matching, multiple choice, identification, and creative writing

A total of 30 marks, making it suitable for short assessments or in-class revision

Accompanied by a full Answer Key for teacher use or peer correction

Purpose:
This test helps reinforce students’ understanding of poetic language and literary techniques, providing both revision and assessment opportunities. It is ideal for use:

After studying a selection of poems

As preparation for Classroom-Based Assessments (CBAs)

As a formative assessment tool in class

Supports Learning Outcomes:
This resource aligns with the Junior Cycle English Learning Outcomes related to understanding poetic language, identifying key techniques, and creating personal texts using poetic devices.