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What is Anaphora?
What is Anaphora?
- The repetition of words or phrases at the beginning of consecutive lines or sentences. (correct)
- A concise statement that expresses a general truth.
- The use of corresponding grammatical forms.
- A rhetorical question asked to express reproach.
What does Antithesis mean?
What does Antithesis mean?
A statement in which two opposing ideas are balanced.
Define Aphorism.
Define Aphorism.
A concise statement that expresses succinctly a general truth or idea, often using rhyme or balance.
What is an Argument in literary terms?
What is an Argument in literary terms?
What is Onomatopoeia?
What is Onomatopoeia?
Define Alliteration.
Define Alliteration.
What is Epistrophe?
What is Epistrophe?
Define Parallelism.
Define Parallelism.
What is Hypophora?
What is Hypophora?
Define Epiplexis.
Define Epiplexis.
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Literary Terms in Classicism
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Anaphora: Involves the repetition of words or phrases at the beginning of successive lines or sentences, used for emphasis and rhythm.
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Antithesis: A rhetorical device that balances contrasting ideas within a statement, highlighting their differences to create tension or clarity.
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Aphorism: A succinct statement that conveys a general truth or principle, often characterized by wit, balance, or rhyme, making it memorable.
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Argument: Refers to the main point or meaning of a literary work; defines the author's stance and the central theme being conveyed.
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Onomatopoeia: Words created to imitate sounds from the natural world; effectively evokes sensory experiences through auditory mimicry.
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Alliteration: The repetition of initial or medial consonant sounds in closely placed syllables, often enhancing the musical quality of language.
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Epistrophe: The repetition of the same word or phrase at the end of successive clauses, creating a rhythmic and emphatic closing effect.
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Parallelism: Employs similar grammatical structures or patterns to create coherence and balance in a text, often enhancing the rhythm and impact of the writing.
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Hypophora: A rhetorical technique where the speaker poses a question and then immediately provides the answer, engaging the audience and guiding their thought process.
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Epiplexis: A type of rhetorical question utilized to reproach or criticize rather than to seek information, often invoking reflection on the issues raised.
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