Literary Devices Flashcard

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What is Alliteration?

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Alliteration is a literary device that involves the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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What is Allusion?

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Allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art in literature. Example: 'He was a real Romeo with the ladies.'

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What is a Character in literature?

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A character is a person or being in a story, play, or other literary work. Example: Harry Potter is a character in J.K. Rowling's series.

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What does the conch shell symbolize in 'The Lord of the Flies'?

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The conch shell symbolizes civilized behavior, order, and the ability to speak at meetings.

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What is a Simile?

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A simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is Foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story. Example: In 'Romeo and Juliet', the prologue foreshadows the tragic ending.

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a literary device where a word imitates the sound it represents. Example: 'buzz', 'hiss', 'clang'.

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What is Tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style. Example: A sarcastic tone can change the meaning of a statement.

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What is Theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work. Example: The theme of love is prevalent in 'Pride and Prejudice'.