Literary Techniques and Devices!

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What is a colloquialism?

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A colloquialism is an informal word or expression that is not usually acceptable in formal writing.

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What is a litote?

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A litote is an ironic understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of its contrary.

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Define a couplet in poetry.

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A couplet is two lines of verse, usually in the same meter and joined by rhyme, that form a unit.

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What is a stanza?

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A stanza is a 'paragraph' in poetry, consisting of a grouped set of lines.

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What does cacophony refer to in literature?

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Cacophony refers to harsh, discordant sounds in words, often produced by consonants like k, t, g, b, d, p, ch, sh, and s.

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What is the purpose of using literary devices in writing?

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Literary devices enhance the writing by adding depth, meaning, and emotional impact, helping to convey themes and engage readers.

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What is an example of alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, such as 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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Define metaphor in literature.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

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A simile compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.