Literary Forms and Satirical Devices Flashcard

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Provide an example of hyperbole.

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"After a long week at work, I am so tired I could sleep for a month."

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What is satire?

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Satire is a literary form that uses humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize or mock individuals, institutions, or society, often with the intent of promoting change or awareness.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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"Chris hit the winning ball and ran around the bases."

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What are the common conjunctions represented by the mnemonic FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is irony?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often used to create humor or emphasize a point.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.