What is a funny poem of five lines called _________________ ?
Correct answer: B. Limerick
- A. Quartet
- B. Limerick
- C. Sextet
- D. Palindrome
Explanation
A limerick is a comic five-line poem, usually with an AABBA rhyme scheme and a strong rhythm. A quartet has four lines, while a sextet has six.
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