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What is the forms of poetry?

Fixed form poetry has a regular rhyme scheme and meter. Some common fixed forms include:

* Sonnets: 14-line poems with a specific rhyme scheme

* Haiku: 3-line poems with 17 syllables

* Limericks: 5-line poems with a specific rhyme scheme

* Cinquains: 5-line poems with a specific syllable count

Free verse poetry does not have a regular rhyme scheme or meter. It is more free-flowing and allows the poet to express themselves more freely.

Prose poetry is a type of poetry that is written in prose, rather than verse. It often has a poetic feel, but it does not have a regular rhyme scheme or meter.

Concrete poetry is a type of poetry that is arranged in a way that creates a visual image. The words and lines of the poem are used to create a picture or shape.

Performance poetry is a type of poetry that is meant to be performed aloud. It often has a strong rhythm and beat, and it is often used to tell stories or express strong emotions.

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