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Which literary device is defined as the repetition of initial consonant sounds in neighboring words or syllables?
Alliteration
What is the term for a figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'?
Simile
Which term refers to a character who contrasts with another character in order to highlight their differences?
Foil
What is the term for a humorous or satirical imitation of a serious piece of literature or writing?
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Which term refers to the emotional release or purging experienced by the audience at the end of a tragedy?
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