Poetry Techniques: Alliteration Flashcards

What type of literary device is demonstrated in the phrase 'Alice's aunt ate apples and acorns around August'?

What type of literary device is illustrated by 'Becky's beagle barked and bayed, becoming bothersome for Billy'?

Which literary device is present in the phrase 'Mike's microphone made much music'?

What is the definition of alliteration?

Identify the literary device in the following phrase: 'They received three emails today.'

What sound is repeated in the phrase 'If I bleat when I speak it's because I just got...fleeced.'?

In 'First and last,' what literary device is being used?

What does consonance refer to?

Alliteration

Alliteration involves the repetition of initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.
Example: "Alice's aunt ate apples and acorns around August" emphasizes the "a" sound.
Other examples include phrases like "Becky's beagle barked" (b sound) and "Mike's microphone made much music" (m sound).
Phrases like "Busy as a bee" and "Make a mountain out of a molehill" also illustrate this literary device.

Assonance

Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within a phrase or line.
Example: "Did you like the blues?" prominently features the "oo" sound.
Other examples include "They received three emails today" with the "ee" sound and "His shirt was torn by the mole" emphasizing the "o" sound.
The use of assonance can enhance the rhythm and musicality of a phrase.

Consonance

Consonance occurs with the repetition of consonant sounds, typically at the end of words.
Example: "First and last" exhibits the repeated "st" sound.
Phrases like "struts and frets" and "Rap rejects my tape deck" illustrate consonance with the final consonant sounds.
Consonance is different from alliteration in that it may involve sounds occurring anywhere in the words, rather than just at the beginning.

Key Takeaways

Understanding alliteration, assonance, and consonance helps enhance language and poetry.
Each device creates rhythm, enhances mood, and builds a connection between words.
Familiarity with examples allows for better recognition and application in writing and analysis.

Explore the fascinating world of alliteration with these flashcards. Each card features an example of alliteration along with its definition, helping you understand this important poetic technique. Perfect for students and poetry enthusiasts alike!