English I Unit 2 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What structure is poetry written in?

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Lines & stanzas

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Why is symbolism important in literature?

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It makes the reader make connections and think more deeply about the story.

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What is a pun?

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A form of wordplay that exploits multiple meanings of a term, or similar-sounding words, for humorous or rhetorical effect.

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What is irony?

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A literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectation and reality.

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What is the definition of aesthetic?

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Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

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What is a stanza in poetry?

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A grouped set of lines within a poem, often set apart by a space from other stanzas.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways beyond literal meanings.

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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'.