Context Clues & Figurative Language Review

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What is rhyme?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds at the end of words, often used in poetry to create structure and rhythm.

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What is the purpose of rhyme in a poem?

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Rhyme adds structure to a poem, making it more enjoyable to read and easier to remember.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a series of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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What is assonance?

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Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within nearby words, used to create musicality in poetry.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation to create effects or convey ideas.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes, like 'buzz' or 'sizzle'.

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What is the effect of alliteration in poetry?

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Alliteration can create a musical quality, enhance mood, and emphasize particular phrases or themes.

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What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

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A simile compares two different things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.