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What is the definition of Alliteration?

Repetition of consonant sounds in the alphabet (correct)

Speaking about something non-human as if it has human abilities

A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'

A great exaggeration used to emphasize a point

What is Assonance?

Repetition of vowel sounds

What does a metaphor do?

Compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'

What is a simile?

A comparison using 'like', 'as', or 'resembles' Signup and view all the answers

Define Onomatopoeia.

A word that sounds like the thing it refers to Signup and view all the answers

What is Personification?

Attributing human traits or abilities to non-human things Signup and view all the answers

What is Hyperbole?

A great exaggeration for emphasis Signup and view all the answers

What are Idioms?

Groups of words with meanings different from the literal meanings Signup and view all the answers

What is Imagery?

Language that appeals to the senses Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Literary Devices

Alliteration: Repetition of consonant sounds to create rhythm. Example: "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickle peppers."
Assonance: Repetition of vowel sounds within a phrase to enhance musicality. Example: "Sweet feet sweep by sleeping geeks."
Metaphor: A direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as." Examples: "My baby sister is a doll," "My brother is a little devil."
Simile: A comparison using "like," "as," or "resembles." Examples include "My sister is like a doll," "My brother is as good as gold," and "The little boy resembles an angel."
Onomatopoeia: A word that phonetically imitates the sound it describes. Examples: "Six burgers were sizzling on the grill," "A snake slithered through the grass."
Personification: Attributing human characteristics to non-human things. Examples: "The leaves on the tree whispered in the wind," "The old, beat-up car coughed to a stop at the red light."
Hyperbole: An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used to emphasize a point. Example: "I have a ton of chores to do."
Idiom: Phrases whose meanings are not deducible from the individual words, often culturally specific. Examples: "Put a lid on it" and "It was raining cats and dogs."
Imagery: Descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid mental pictures. Examples: "The aroma of hot, apple pie floated across the room," "Thunder rolled outside my window."

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Test your knowledge on literary devices with this Classkick flashcard quiz. Learn definitions and examples of alliteration, assonance, and metaphor. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of important concepts in literature.