Literary Terms Flashcard

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What is the term for a word that imitates the sound it represents?

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Onomatopoeia

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

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Which term describes the perspective from which a story is told?

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Point of view.

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject.

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Which term describes a character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities?

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Foil.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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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 hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a mental picture.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.