Shakespeare's - Sonnet follows the structure of a Shakespearean sonnet It consists of lines with a clear rhyme scheme The poem differs from traditional love sonnets in that it does not use exaggerated praise but mocks idealized beauty standards Structure and Rhyme Scheme The poem follows the typical Shakespearean sonnet form three quatrains four-line stanzas and a final couplet two-line stanzas The rhyme scheme is ABABCDCDEFEFGG The poem is written in iambic pentameter which gives it a smooth and controlled rhythm Use of Negative Similes and Metaphors Unlike traditional sonnets the poem uses negative comparisons It states what the mistress is not rather than what she is For example her eyes are not like the sun and her lips are not as red as coral This method creates a satirical tone It criticizes artificial comparisons Volta and Resolution The sonnet follows the traditional turn or volta in the final couplet