Literary Devices

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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 add meaning.

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What is Imagery?

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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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What is Personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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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. It often highlights a contrast between expectations and reality.

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing. It creates a sound effect that mimics the thing described.

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What is Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is Simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is Metaphor?

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

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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 or phrases, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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What is a Theme?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work. It often reflects the author's perspective on a particular topic.