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AABBThis scheme divides a section of four lines into two rhymed coupletsRhyming lines 1 and 2. Rhyming lines 3 and 4.

Everyone knows who is coming to town But not everyone knows who is wearing the crown Everything is as simple as day So what do you say

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XAXAAXXAQuiz TimeClick ButtonABBAABABClassical often used rhyme schemeRhyming lines 1 and 3. Rhyming lines 2 and 4

Fire trucks are red Sneakers are blue I`ll be ahead And so should you

XAXAA little looser and less predictable than othersAllows more freedomRhyming lines 2 and 4. Not lines 1 and 3. Someone told what had happen I saw a flare I dont know if it was bad But do you care.

AAAAVarying line length will make it less predictableTo relieve monotony try making some lines shorter than othersAll lines rhyme Some may like a cat Wearing a fancy hat Others may like a rat Holding a bat.

AXAALine 2 is let aloneRhyming lines 1, 3, and 4. Not rhyming line 2.

Your eyes can only see what is there But can others too Others do not care They do not stare.

Quiz TimeWhat kind of rhyme scheme is used in the following stanza? Roses are red Violets are blue You have a brain So use your headA. AXAAB.ABABC.XAXA

ABBAA rhymed pair sandwiched inside of another rhyme pair.Rhyming lines 1 and 4. Rhyming lines 2 and 3.

Life isn`t what it may seem others Choices are made from each That is what preacher`s preach Also, be good to your brothers.

AXXAThe two middle lines are unpredictableThe two middle lines usually rhyme any line in the stanzaKeeps audience on suspenseRhyme lines 1 and 4. Not rhyming 2 and 3. A lot of people have that one dream But not what they seek We dont know what they want We dont know what it seems.