Which form is often written as a brief, witty expression, typically in one or two lines?

Which form is often written as a brief, witty expression, typically in one or two lines?

• A. Epigrams
• B. Ballad
• C. Sonnet
• D. Haiku

Answer: (A)

Epigrams are known for their brevity and wit, written to deliver a sharp observation or clever twist in a single line or two. This compact, punchy format is exactly what the prompt describes—a brief, witty expression in just a couple of lines. The other forms differ in length and purpose: a ballad unfolds as a narrative poem with longer stanzas; a sonnet consists of 14 lines with a formal structure and development; a haiku uses three short lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and usually focuses on nature or a moment of insight rather than a quick, humorous punch. So the brief, pointed nature of an epigram makes it the best fit.

Epigrams are known for their brevity and wit, written to deliver a sharp observation or clever twist in a single line or two. This compact, punchy format is exactly what the prompt describes—a brief, witty expression in just a couple of lines. The other forms differ in length and purpose: a ballad unfolds as a narrative poem with longer stanzas; a sonnet consists of 14 lines with a formal structure and development; a haiku uses three short lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and usually focuses on nature or a moment of insight rather than a quick, humorous punch. So the brief, pointed nature of an epigram makes it the best fit.