Alliteration

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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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What is the purpose of alliteration in writing?

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Alliteration is used to create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.

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Can alliteration include words that are not next to each other?

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Yes, alliteration can include words that are separated by other words.

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What is assonance?

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Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within nearby words, not the initial consonant sounds.

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True or False: Alliteration must occur at the beginning of every word in a phrase.

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False. Alliteration can occur at the beginning of some words in a phrase.

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

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The alliteration is the repetition of the 's' sound.

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What effect does alliteration have on poetry?

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Alliteration can enhance the musical quality of poetry and emphasize certain themes or emotions.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of alliteration: 'Bobby bought a big blue balloon' or 'The cat sat on the mat'?

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The cat sat on the mat is NOT an example of alliteration.

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How can alliteration be used in advertising?

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Alliteration can make brand names and slogans catchier and more memorable.