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(dee-ah-MAHN-tay)
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The word is derived from the French word”diamant” which means diamond. This is a seven-line formula poem written in the shape of a diamond.
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This poetic form helps you apply your knowledge of: opposites parts of speech conflict
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Its poetic formula asks that you: Count the words on every line Insert particular kinds of words
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Baby wrinkled tiny crying wetting sleeping rattles diapers money house caring working loving smart helpful Adult
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Line 1: one noun as the subject Line 7: noun that is the subject’s opposite Line 2: two adjectives describing the subject Line 3: three participles (verb ending in - ing) telling about the subject Line 4: four nouns (the first two related to the subject; second two related to the opposite) Line 5: three participles about the opposite Line 6: two adjectives describing the opposite
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Choose two nouns - One noun as the subject - One noun that is the opposite of the subject
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Search for the right words to express your ideas and feeling. The message of the poem is always more important than adhering to the formula. Something you need to know: ◦ A participle is a verb + “ing” (Ex: talking) Let’s try one together!
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