Literary Devices

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What is a literary device?

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A literary device is a technique used by writers to produce a specific effect in their writing, such as creating imagery, emphasizing a point, or enhancing the emotional impact.

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Define personification.

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a literary device where a word imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'whisper', or 'boom'.

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Explain hyperbole with an example.

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!'

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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'. Example: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Define metaphor.

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

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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. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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Explain imagery in literature.

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.

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What is the purpose of literary devices?

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Literary devices enhance writing by adding depth, clarity, and emotional resonance, helping to convey themes and ideas more effectively.

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Define symbolism in literature.

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