PREVIEW
Question 1.2 (10 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" uses
three poetic techniques: alliteration,
anthropomorphism, and punning.
Alliteration is the repetition of consonant
sounds at the beginning of words. In the
poem, there are several examples of
alliteration, such as "My dog likes to
disco" and "He sings and dances and
shakes his tail." The alliteration creates
a playful and rhythmic effect, which
helps to make the poem more enjoyable
to read.
Anthropomorphism is the attribution of
human characteristics to non-human
things. In the poem, the dog is given
human qualities, such as the ability to
sing and dance. This anthropomorphism
helps to make the poem more relatable
for children, as they can imagine their
own dog doing these things.
Punning is the use of a word or phrase
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that has two or more meanings. In the
poem, there is one example of punning:
"He barks to the beat and howls at the
moon." The word "barks" can mean
both the sound a dog makes and the
beat of music. This pun adds a touch of
humour to the poem.
ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 2 2023
NATALIE FOXX
, Question 1.1 (5 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" can be educational for children in the following
ways:
It introduces children to the word "disco," which is a type of music and dance.
It teaches children about the different parts of a dog's body, such as its tail and
paws.
It teaches children about the different sounds that a dog can make, such as barking
and howling.
It teaches children about the concept of rhythm, as the poem is written in a rhythmic
pattern.
It teaches children about the importance of having fun and being playful.
The poem can also be entertaining for children because it is humorous and playful.
The image of a dog dancing to disco music is likely to appeal to children's
imaginations.
Question 1.2 (10 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" uses three poetic techniques: alliteration,
anthropomorphism, and punning.
Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. In the
poem, there are several examples of alliteration, such as "My dog likes to disco" and
"He sings and dances and shakes his tail." The alliteration creates a playful and
rhythmic effect, which helps to make the poem more enjoyable to read.
Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human characteristics to non-human things.
In the poem, the dog is given human qualities, such as the ability to sing and dance.
This anthropomorphism helps to make the poem more relatable for children, as they
can imagine their own dog doing these things.
Punning is the use of a word or phrase that has two or more meanings. In the poem,
there is one example of punning: "He barks to the beat and howls at the moon." The
word "barks" can mean both the sound a dog makes and the beat of music. This pun
adds a touch of humour to the poem.
Question 1.2 (10 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" uses
three poetic techniques: alliteration,
anthropomorphism, and punning.
Alliteration is the repetition of consonant
sounds at the beginning of words. In the
poem, there are several examples of
alliteration, such as "My dog likes to
disco" and "He sings and dances and
shakes his tail." The alliteration creates
a playful and rhythmic effect, which
helps to make the poem more enjoyable
to read.
Anthropomorphism is the attribution of
human characteristics to non-human
things. In the poem, the dog is given
human qualities, such as the ability to
sing and dance. This anthropomorphism
helps to make the poem more relatable
for children, as they can imagine their
own dog doing these things.
Punning is the use of a word or phrase
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that has two or more meanings. In the
poem, there is one example of punning:
"He barks to the beat and howls at the
moon." The word "barks" can mean
both the sound a dog makes and the
beat of music. This pun adds a touch of
humour to the poem.
ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 2 2023
NATALIE FOXX
, Question 1.1 (5 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" can be educational for children in the following
ways:
It introduces children to the word "disco," which is a type of music and dance.
It teaches children about the different parts of a dog's body, such as its tail and
paws.
It teaches children about the different sounds that a dog can make, such as barking
and howling.
It teaches children about the concept of rhythm, as the poem is written in a rhythmic
pattern.
It teaches children about the importance of having fun and being playful.
The poem can also be entertaining for children because it is humorous and playful.
The image of a dog dancing to disco music is likely to appeal to children's
imaginations.
Question 1.2 (10 marks)
The poem "My Dog Likes to Disco" uses three poetic techniques: alliteration,
anthropomorphism, and punning.
Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. In the
poem, there are several examples of alliteration, such as "My dog likes to disco" and
"He sings and dances and shakes his tail." The alliteration creates a playful and
rhythmic effect, which helps to make the poem more enjoyable to read.
Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human characteristics to non-human things.
In the poem, the dog is given human qualities, such as the ability to sing and dance.
This anthropomorphism helps to make the poem more relatable for children, as they
can imagine their own dog doing these things.
Punning is the use of a word or phrase that has two or more meanings. In the poem,
there is one example of punning: "He barks to the beat and howls at the moon." The
word "barks" can mean both the sound a dog makes and the beat of music. This pun
adds a touch of humour to the poem.
