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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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Give an example of alliteration.

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"Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."

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Is 'The big brown bear' an example of alliteration?

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Yes, because 'b' is the repeated initial consonant sound.

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Is 'The cat sat on the mat' an example of alliteration?

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No, because the initial sounds are not the same.

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What is the purpose of using alliteration in writing?

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Alliteration can create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.

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Identify the alliteration in this phrase: 'Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep.'

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The repeated 's' sound is the alliteration.

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Can alliteration occur in poetry?

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Yes, alliteration is commonly used in poetry to create musicality.

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Is 'She sells seashells by the seashore' an example of alliteration?

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Yes, the 's' sound is repeated.

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What is a tongue twister?

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A tongue twister is a phrase that is difficult to articulate clearly, often using alliteration.

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Is 'Fast and furious' an example of alliteration?

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No, because the initial sounds are different.