Limerick

A Limerick is a short, humorous poem with five lines and a distinctive rhythm (AABBA rhyme scheme). It’s often witty or nonsensical.

Example

The Cat from Peru

There once was a cat from Peru,
Who dreamt he could dance in a shoe.
He wobbled and spun,
Till the morning was done,
Then slept for a week (as cats do).
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