
Literary Devices
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English
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6th - 9th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is personification?
Back
Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or abstract concepts.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a metaphor.
Back
An example of a metaphor is: 'But my heart is a lonely hunter that hunts on a lonely hill.'
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is imagery in literature?
Back
Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures, appealing to the senses.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does imagery enhance a narrative?
Back
Imagery enhances a narrative by creating a more immersive experience for the reader, allowing them to visualize scenes and feel emotions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an allusion?
Back
An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or literary work, often used to create deeper meaning.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify a literary device used in the phrase 'The fog comes on little cat feet.'
Back
The literary device used is personification, as it attributes the movement of fog to that of a cat.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?
Back
Metaphors are used to draw comparisons between two unlike things, enhancing understanding and adding depth to the writing.
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