Question

What makes polar opposites a free verse poem

Answer 1

The popular poem "Polar Opposites" is a free verse poem as it not follows a defined meter or rhythm where it can classified. This literary device have the advantage of providing artistic expression without having to be limited to fixed forms. Polar Opposites is not structured in a defined way, is comprised of direct phrases expressing the feelings of a teenager student.

Answer 2

Poetry is not confined to any sort of convention, however, there are many a way to transmit a message or a concept through a specific modality by making use of rhyme, meter among other poetic elements. In the case of the poem "Polar Opposites", a defined structure and/or style is not present. Ideas of constant opposition and contradiction can be perceived without a strict use of a poetic convention. For this reason it can be considered a free verse poem.