Rhetorical Devices

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What is an Understatement/Meiosis?

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A rhetorical device that intentionally makes a situation seem less important than it is, often for ironic or humorous effect.

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What is Anaphora?

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A rhetorical device that involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.

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What does Rhetorical mean in the context of language?

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Relating to the art of persuasion through effective and strategic use of language.

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What is an Analogy?

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A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

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What is a Paradox?

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A statement that appears contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth.

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What is Juxtaposition?

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The placement of two or more ideas, characters, or settings side by side to highlight their differences.

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What is Alliteration?

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

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What is a Simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is Irony?

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A rhetorical device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning.

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What is Metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating one is the other.