Humanities CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What is a lyric poem?

1. A long narrative poem

2. A religious poem

3. A musical poem

4. A poem composed of two lines

The correct answer is: A musical poem

A lyric poem expresses personal emotions and feelings in a musical and descriptive way. Option A, a long narrative poem, is usually longer in length and tells a story, while B, a religious poem, focuses on themes of spirituality and faith. Option D, a poem composed of two lines, refers to a specific type of poem called a couplet, but not all lyric poems are composed of only two lines. Therefore, C is the most fitting choice for a lyric poem.