Literary Devices

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What is Situational Irony?

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Situational Irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is Inference in literature?

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Inference is a literary device that allows readers to draw deeper meanings from a text, often about human nature or spirituality.

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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 series of words.

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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 by stating that one is the other.

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What is Repetition in literature?

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Repetition is a literary device that involves the use of the same word or phrase multiple times to emphasize a point.

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What is Dramatic Irony?

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Dramatic Irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating tension or humor.

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What is Symbolism?

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Symbolism is a literary device where symbols are used to represent ideas or qualities, giving deeper meaning to the text.

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What is a 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 Characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality and traits of a character in a story.

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What is Hyperbole?

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