Literary Devices
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8th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an Allusion?
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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art. It is used to create a connection or to enhance meaning.
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CCSS.L.7.5A
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Imagery?
Back
Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates vivid mental pictures. It helps readers visualize scenes, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures.
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CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.L.7.5
CCSS.L.8.5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Personification?
Back
Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts, making them relatable to the reader.
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CCSS.L.6.5A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Simile?
Back
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Metaphor?
Back
A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting that one thing is another.
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CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Irony?
Back
Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning. It often highlights contradictions or unexpected outcomes.
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CCSS.L.8.5A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Foreshadowing?
Back
Foreshadowing is a literary technique used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story, creating anticipation.
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CCSS.RL.9-10.5
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