Figurative Language: Idioms, Alliteration & Assonance

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What is the definition of alliteration?

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The repetition of sounds in a series of words.

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What does the term 'alliteration' specifically refer to?

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The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

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Provide an example of a sentence that contains alliteration.

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She sells sea shells by the sea shore.

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How can you rewrite a sentence to include alliteration?

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Change the words to use the same starting consonant sounds, e.g., 'I fled, forgetting my phone was in the family room floor.'

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What idiom means 'to be in a difficult situation'?

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I'm in a pickle.

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What is the definition of assonance?

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The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

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Provide an example of assonance in a sentence.

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The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.

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What is the difference between alliteration and assonance?

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Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds, while assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds.

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How can figurative language enhance writing?

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It adds depth, creativity, and emotional resonance to the text.