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CINQUAIN
Cinquain-a poem that is written following a specific formula:
The first line of a cinquain is a noun that is the topic of the poem.
The second line contains two adjectives that describe the noun.
The third line contains three verbs that show actions that the noun performs.
The fourth line contains a four-word phrase about the noun.
The last line repeats the noun again or uses a synonym of the noun.
In BriefLine 1: noun
Line 2: two adjectives describing the noun
Line 3: three verbs showing the actions of the noun
Line 4: a four-word phrase telling about the noun
Line 5: repetition of the noun or use of a synonym for the noun
CINQUAIN SAMPLES
Dirt
Sloppy, muddy
Covering, fertilizing, splattering
Pigs roll in it
Dirt
Sneakers
White, squeaky
Running, jumping, skipping
They cover my feet
Nike
Ocean
Salty, wet
Rolling, crashing, spraying
Habitat for sea animals
Water
Star
Bright, shiny
Twinkling, gleaming, sparkling
Make wishes come true
Star
Cloud
Fluffy, white
Floats, glides, covers
Cumulus are my favorite
Rainmaker