Literary Devices

Front

Comparison of 2 unlike objects without "like" or "as."

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metaphor

Front

Comparison of 2 unlike objects without "like" or "as."

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metaphor

Front

Words that start with the same sound used repeatedly in a sentence.

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alliteration

Front

Comparison of 2 unlike objects using 'like' or 'as'.

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simile

Front

Technique used by writers for special effects in writing.

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literary device

Front

Words that SOUND like the actions they refer to.

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onomatopoeia

Front

As strong as an ox.

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simile

Front

CRASH! cymbals in the song.

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onomatopoeia

Front

The elephant is a large grey mountain.

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metaphor

Front

Some students sing silly songs on Saturday.

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alliteration