Figurative Language: Alliteration Flashcards

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What is alliteration?

Comparison using like or as

An extreme exaggeration

Repetition of consonant sounds (correct)

Repetition of vowel sounds

Define allusion.

A reference to a famous historical, biblical, mythological, or literary figure or event.

What does apostrophe refer to?

Talking to an inanimate object expecting it to answer.

What is assonance?

Repetition of vowel sounds Signup and view all the answers

What does comparison mean?

Similarities between two things. Signup and view all the answers

Define contrast.

The differences between two things. Signup and view all the answers

What is a flashback?

Remembering something that happened in the past. Signup and view all the answers

What does foreshadowing mean?

Clues or hints that let you know something is about to happen. Signup and view all the answers

Define hyperbole.

An extreme exaggeration to express emotion. Signup and view all the answers

What is imagery?

A representation of language in sense experience. Signup and view all the answers

What is irony?

The use of words that means the opposite of what they say. Signup and view all the answers

Define metaphor.

A comparison that establishes a figurative identity between objects being compared. Signup and view all the answers

What does onomatopoeia refer to?

The use of a word whose sound imitates or suggests its meaning. Signup and view all the answers

What is an oxymoron?

Two apparently contradictory terms used together for effect. Signup and view all the answers

Define parallel structure.

The repetition of words or phrases that have similar grammatical structures. Signup and view all the answers

What does personification mean?

Giving human traits to non-human objects. Signup and view all the answers

Define pun.

A play on words. Signup and view all the answers

What is repetition?

Repeated use of sounds, words, or ideas for effect and emphasis. Signup and view all the answers

Define simile.

Comparison using like or as. Signup and view all the answers

What is stream of consciousness?

An unorganized, disjointed, or loosely connected flow of thoughts or ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What does synecdoche mean?

A figure of speech in which a part is substituted for the whole. Signup and view all the answers

Define synaesthesia.

The blending of senses. Signup and view all the answers

What does symbolism refer to?

Using a concrete object to represent an abstract one. Signup and view all the answers

What is overstatement?

Intentionally stating something is more than it is. Signup and view all the answers

Define understatement.

Intentionally stating something is less than it is. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Alliteration

Involves the repetition of consonant sounds for effect, exemplified by "the slithering snake silently stalked his prey."

Allusion

References famous figures or events from history, mythology, or literature.

Apostrophe

Engaging directly with an inanimate object as if it can respond, such as speaking to a stuffed animal.

Assonance

The repetition of vowel sounds within words, illustrated by "an angular angler fish angrily attacked the fish."

Comparison

Highlights similarities between two entities, like a "pair of identical twins."

Contrast

Emphasizes differences between two subjects, such as "my hair is blond while my brother's hair is brown."

Flashback

A narrative technique recalling past events, as seen in "The Great Gatsby."

Foreshadow

Provides hints or clues about events that will unfold later, exemplified by the "Jaws theme."

Hyperbole

Uses extreme exaggeration for emotional emphasis, demonstrated by "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."

Imagery

Creates vivid mental images through descriptive language, such as "the golden Easter egg glistening in the bright sun."

Irony

Employs words in a way that conveys the opposite of their literal meaning.

Metaphor

Makes a direct comparison between two unrelated objects, like "her eyes were the sun."

Onomatopoeia

Utilizes words that mimic the sounds they describe, such as "pow," "slam," and "bam."

Oxymoron

Combines contradictory terms for effect, illustrated by the phrase "he is pretty ugly."

Parallel Structure

Involves the repetition of similar grammatical structures, evident in "no way, no how, no sale."

Personification

Attributes human characteristics to non-human entities, as seen in "the wind screamed."

Pun

A playful use of language that exploits different meanings or similar sounds, like the old English pronunciation of "knife."

Repetition

The recurrence of sounds, words, or ideas to enhance meaning, exemplified in "the pickled pear was purple."

Simile

A comparison using "like" or "as," illustrated by "she was as beautiful as the ocean."

Stream of Consciousness

A narrative mode that presents a flow of thoughts and feelings in a disorganized manner, demonstrated by rambling thoughts about swimming and birthdays.

Synecdoche

A figure of speech where a part represents the whole, as in "I'm counting heads."

Synaesthesia

Merges sensations, such as seeing sounds.

Symbolism

Utilizes concrete items to signify abstract concepts, exemplified by a "cross of gold" representing faith.

Overstatement

Deliberately exaggerates for effect, such as claiming "I've ran a million miles."

Understatement

Intentionally minimizes for effect, illustrated by the phrase "just a little ice cream."

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Explore the world of figurative language with these flashcards focused on alliteration and other key concepts. Perfect for students looking to improve their understanding and use of literary devices. Test your knowledge with various examples and definitions.