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What literary device involves the rearrangement of the usual order of words in a sentence?
What literary device involves the rearrangement of the usual order of words in a sentence?
- Polysyndeton
- Hyperbaton (correct)
- Alliteration
- Anaphora
Which of the following terms refers to the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in a phrase?
Which of the following terms refers to the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words in a phrase?
- Hyperbaton
- Alliteration (correct)
- Retruécano
- Anaphora
What is referred to when an author emphasizes a word or phrase by repeating it at the beginning of successive clauses?
What is referred to when an author emphasizes a word or phrase by repeating it at the beginning of successive clauses?
- Retruécano
- Hyperbaton
- Anaphora (correct)
- Polysyndeton
Which literary device involves the rearranging of a phrase to create a play on words, often resulting in a contradictory statement?
Which literary device involves the rearranging of a phrase to create a play on words, often resulting in a contradictory statement?
In literature, what term describes the use of multiple conjunctions in succession, often to create a sense of overwhelming detail?
In literature, what term describes the use of multiple conjunctions in succession, often to create a sense of overwhelming detail?
Study Notes
Literary Devices
- Inversion: Rearranging the standard word order within a sentence. This can be used to create emphasis, change the rhythm, or create a more formal tone.
- Alliteration: Repetition of initial consonant sounds in words close together. It enhances the flow and rhythm of writing and can also create memorable phrases.
- Anaphora: Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. It emphasizes the repeated phrase and can build towards a climax or create a powerful effect.
- Chiasmus: A rhetorical device that involves the repetition of grammatical structures or ideas in a reversed order. It often creates a sense of balance and symmetry.
- Polysyndeton: Use of multiple conjunctions (like “and”, “or”, “but”) in close succession. It adds weight to the list and can create a sense of breathlessness or intensity.
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Test your knowledge on various literary devices with this quiz! From rearranging word orders to identifying sound repetitions, this quiz covers essential terminology used in literature. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of literary techniques.
