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What is the definition of Onomatopoeia?
What is the definition of Onomatopoeia?
- One today is worth two tomorrows
- He has plundered our seas, ravaged our coasts, burnt our towns, and destroyed the lives of our people.
- Will it be next week, or the next year?
- Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston (correct)
What literary term involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses?
What literary term involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses?
Anaphora
What is the definition of Epiplexis?
What is the definition of Epiplexis?
Shall we acquire the means of effectual resistance, by lying supinely on our backs, and hugging the delusive phantom of hope, until our enemies have bound us hand and foot?
What is the definition of Aphorism?
What is the definition of Aphorism?
What rhetorical device questions and then answers itself?
What rhetorical device questions and then answers itself?
What is the definition of Parallelism?
What is the definition of Parallelism?
What is the term used for a logical argument against an existing condition?
What is the term used for a logical argument against an existing condition?
What is the definition of Antithesis?
What is the definition of Antithesis?
What is the definition of Epistrophe?
What is the definition of Epistrophe?
What is the definition of Alliteration?
What is the definition of Alliteration?
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Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia
Words that imitate sounds.
Anaphora
Anaphora
Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.
Epiplexis
Epiplexis
Asking a question to rebuke or challenge the audience, not expecting an answer.
Aphorism
Aphorism
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Hypophora
Hypophora
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Parallelism
Parallelism
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Argument
Argument
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Antithesis
Antithesis
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Epistrophe
Epistrophe
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Alliteration
Alliteration
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Study Notes
Literary Terms and Examples
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Onomatopoeia: Mimics natural sounds effectively; "Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston" illustrates the use of sound to evoke imagery.
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Anaphora: A rhetorical device that involves repetition for emphasis; example demonstrates urgency through repeated questioning "Will it be next week, or the next year?"
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Epiplexis: A form of rhetorical question aimed at reproach or criticism; "Shall we acquire the means of effectual resistance...until our enemies have bound us hand and foot?" highlights the need for action.
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Aphorism: A concise statement that conveys a general truth or principle; "One today is worth two tomorrows" emphasizes the value of the present.
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Hypophora: A technique where a speaker poses a question and then immediately answers it; "Has Great Britain only enemy...No, sir, she has none" addresses concerns while refuting them.
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Parallelism: A structural device that uses similar patterns for effective persuasion; "He has plundered our seas, ravaged our coasts..." conveys multiple grievances against an oppressor.
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Argument: Asserts a right to resist tyranny; "But when a long train of abuses and usurpations..." emphasizes the moral obligation to overthrow oppressive governance.
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Antithesis: A contrast between opposing ideas to highlight a point; "Our repeated petitions have been answered only by repeated injuries" underscores futility.
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Epistrophe: A rhetorical device where a word or phrase is repeated at the end of successive clauses; "The war is inevitable- and let it come! I repeat, sir, let it come!" reinforces determination.
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Alliteration: The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words for emphasis; "He has endeavored to prevent the population of these states..." creates a rhythmic quality.
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