Repetition & Figurative Language Quiz
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What is the definition of repetition?

  • the repetition of consonant sounds anywhere within words
  • a figure of speech that compares two unlike things
  • using the same words and phrases (correct)
  • to state again or in a new form

What does restatement mean?

to state again or in a new form

Define anaphora.

same word or phrase in the beginning of a sentence

What is epistrophe?

<p>the repetition of the same word or group at the end of successive clauses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does anadiplosis refer to?

<p>the repetition of the last word of one clause at the beginning of the following clause</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define parallelism.

<p>sentence construction which places in close proximity two or more equal grammatical constructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is alliteration?

<p>repetition of the same sound beginning several words in sequence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define rhyme.

<p>the repetition of accented vowel sounds and all sounds following them in words that are close together in a poem</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is tautology?

<p>needless repetition which adds no meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define consonance.

<p>the repetition of consonant sounds anywhere within words</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is assonance?

<p>the repetition of vowel sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define allusion.

<p>a brief reference to something literary, mythological, or historical</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is apostrophe in literature?

<p>the direct address of an absent or imaginary person</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define simile.

<p>a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words like or as</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a metaphor?

<p>a direct comparison of two different things which suggest they are somehow the same</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define symbolism.

<p>something that represents something else</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does metonymy mean?

<p>the substitution of some attributive or suggestive word for what is actually meant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define synecdoche.

<p>a figure of speech in which a part stands for a whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is personification?

<p>attribution of a lifelike quality to an inanimate object or idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define anthropomorphism.

<p>a form of personification, animals take on characteristics of man</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does litotes refer to?

<p>the deliberate use of understatement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Repetition

The use of the same words and phrases to reinforce ideas or themes.

Restatement

Expressing an idea again, often with slight modifications for better understanding.

Anaphora

Repeating the same word or phrase at the beginnings of successive sentences, creating emphasis and rhythm.

Epistrophe

Repeating a word or phrase at the ends of successive clauses, creating a strong rhythmic effect.

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Anadiplosis

Repeating the last word of one clause at the beginning of the next, linking ideas together.

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Parallelism

Structuring sentences with equal grammatical constructions in close proximity for clarity and balance.

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Alliteration

Repetition of the same initial sound in a sequence of words, often for a musical effect.

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Rhyme

Repeating accented vowel sounds and subsequent sounds in nearby words, commonly found in poetry.

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Tautology

Needless repetition that does not add meaning to the expression.

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Consonance

Repetition of consonant sounds, occurring anywhere within words.

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Assonance

Repetition of vowel sounds within closely positioned words, crucial for rhythm and musicality in poetry.

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Allusion

A brief reference to a well-known literary, mythological, or historical figure or event, enriching the text's meaning.

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Apostrophe

Directly addressing an absent or imaginary person as if they were presence, often to express emotion.

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Simile

Comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as' to enhance imagery and understanding.

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Metaphor

Making a direct comparison between two distinct things, suggesting a shared quality or characteristic.

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Symbolism

Utilizing symbols to represent ideas or concepts beyond their literal meaning, allowing for deeper interpretation.

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Metonymy

Replacing the name of a thing with the name of something closely associated with it.

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Synecdoche

Using a part of something to represent the whole.

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Personification

Attributing human-like qualities to inanimate objects or abstract ideas for relatable imagery.

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Anthropomorphism

A specific type of personification where animals are depicted with human characteristics and behaviors.

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Litotes

Using deliberate understatement to emphasize a point by negating its opposite.

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Study Notes

Repetition

  • Repetition involves the use of the same words and phrases to reinforce ideas or themes.

Restatement

  • Restatement refers to expressing an idea again, often with slight modifications to enhance understanding.

Anaphora

  • Anaphora is the repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive sentences, creating emphasis and rhythm.

Epistrophe

  • Epistrophe features the repetition of a word or group at the end of successive clauses, contributing to a strong rhythmic effect.

Anadiplosis

  • Anadiplosis is the repetition of the last word of one clause at the beginning of the next, linking ideas closely together.

Parallelism

  • Parallelism structures sentences to place equal grammatical constructions in close proximity, enhancing clarity and balance.

Alliteration

  • Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial sound in a sequence of words, often used to create a musical effect.

Rhyme

  • Rhyme consists of repeating accented vowel sounds and all subsequent sounds in nearby words, commonly found in poetry.

Tautology

  • Tautology represents needless repetition that does not add any new meaning to the expression, often considered redundant.

Consonance

  • Consonance refers to the repetition of consonant sounds, occurring anywhere within words, distinguishing it from alliteration.

Assonance

  • Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within closely positioned words, crucial for rhythm and musicality in poetry.

Allusion

  • An allusion is a brief reference to a well-known literary, mythological, or historical figure or event, enriching the text's meaning.

Apostrophe

  • Apostrophe involves directly addressing an absent or imaginary person as if they were present, often used to express emotion.

Simile

  • Simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as," enhancing imagery and understanding.

Metaphor

  • A metaphor makes a direct comparison between two distinct things, suggesting a shared quality or characteristic.

Symbolism

  • Symbolism utilizes symbols to represent ideas or concepts beyond their literal meaning, allowing for deeper interpretation.

Metonymy

  • Metonymy replaces the name of a thing with the name of something closely associated with it, such as "lend me your ears" meaning to listen.

Synecdoche

  • Synecdoche involves using a part of something to represent the whole, as in "She really likes your wheels," referring to a car.

Personification

  • Personification attributes human-like qualities to inanimate objects or abstract ideas, allowing for relatable imagery.

Anthropomorphism

  • Anthropomorphism is a specific type of personification where animals are depicted with human characteristics and behaviors.

Litotes

  • Litotes uses deliberate understatement to emphasize a point by negating its opposite, such as stating someone isn't as young as they once were.

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Test your knowledge on key terms related to repetition and figurative language. This quiz features definitions and examples of terms like anaphora, epistrophe, and restatement. Enhance your understanding of these important literary devices.

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