The Crossover Poetic Devices Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is onomatopoeia?

When a word's pronunciation imitates its sound (correct)

The repetition of consonant sounds

A type of metaphor

An example of alliteration

Define repetition in poetry.

When the writer or speaker knowingly repeats a word or a group of words for effect.

What is rhythm in poetry?

When the arrangement of words creates an audible pattern or beat when read out loud.

Explain rhyme.

When the end or final sound of two or more words are identical. Signup and view all the answers

What is alliteration?

The repetition of the initial consonant sound in words. Signup and view all the answers

Define personification.

Giving human characteristics, qualities, or traits to an object or idea. Signup and view all the answers

What is imagery in writing?

When the writer or speaker uses their descriptions to appeal to the senses. Signup and view all the answers

Explain similes.

Comparisons between two unlike things using the word 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

What is a metaphor?

A comparison between two dissimilar things without using the words 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

Define hyperbole.

When the writer or speaker exaggerates for emphasis or effect. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Poetic Devices and Terms

Onomatopoeia
Imitation of natural sounds through word pronunciation.
Example: "Buzzzzz" for a buzzing bee, "Swoosh" for a flying object.
Repetition
Deliberate repeats of words or phrases to enhance meaning or emotional effect.
Example: "Love is a red, red rose" emphasizes the color and emotion of love.
Rhythm
Arrangement of words creating a beat or pattern when spoken.
Example: The repetitive phrasing in Dr. Seuss's "I do not like green eggs and ham" establishes a musical quality.
Rhyme
Occurrence of identical sounds at the end of words, creating harmony.
Example: The playful end sounds in "race car" and "space bar."
Alliteration
Repetition of initial consonant sounds in closely placed words.
Example: "Jakia Jumped in the Jar of Jelly" enhances sound and flow.
Personification
Assigning human qualities or characteristics to non-human entities or ideas.
Example: "The moon turned over to face the day" gives the moon a human-like action.
Imagery
Use of descriptive language to create vivid sensory experiences for the reader.
Example: "The chirping crickets filled the empty night" invokes auditory imagery.
Similes
Comparisons between two unlike things using "like" or "as" for clarity.
Example: "The freshly fallen snow was like the cherry on top of the sundae" illustrates beauty and contrast.
Metaphor
Implicit comparison between dissimilar things without "like" or "as."
Example: "The cast on Michael's broken leg was a plaster shackle" conveys the feeling of confinement.
Hyperbole
Exaggeration used for emphasis or dramatic effect.
Example: "Yeah, I already beat that game 80,000 years ago" highlights the speaker's confidence or frustration.

Description

This quiz helps you explore various poetic devices used in 'The Crossover'. Each card presents a term along with its definition and an example, ensuring a deeper understanding of the text's literary elements. Perfect for students and poetry enthusiasts alike!