Literary Devices
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English
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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a simile?
Back
A literary device that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.
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CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.L.4.5A
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is symbolism in literature?
Back
A literary device that uses symbols—words, people, landmarks, or ideas—to represent something beyond their literal meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5
CCSS.L.7.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.4.5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define metaphor.
Back
A literary device that makes a comparison by referring to one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'.
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.L.4.5A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is characterization?
Back
A literary device that involves the description of a character's goals, values, or feelings, which can change the reader's opinion about that character.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is dramatic irony?
Back
A type of irony where the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do, creating a contrast between the character's understanding and the reality.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5A
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a simile?
Back
'Her smile was like the sun shining on a clear day.'
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.L.4.5A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of symbolism in literature?
Back
To convey deeper meanings and themes by representing abstract ideas through concrete objects or actions.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5
CCSS.L.7.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.4.5
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