English III Semester 1 Test Review

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What is an analogy?

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A literary device that compares two things that are alike in several respects, used to explain or clarify an unfamiliar or difficult idea by showing how it is similar to a familiar one.

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What is parallelism in literature?

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A literary device that emphasizes the equal value or weight of two or more ideas by expressing them in the same grammatical form.

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What does the term 'tone' refer to in literature?

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The attitude or emotional quality of a piece of writing, which can evoke feelings in the reader.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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A literary device that gives human characteristics to non-human objects or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

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What is the purpose of using literary devices?

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To enhance writing, create imagery, convey emotions, and engage readers.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and an analogy?

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A metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things, while an analogy explains a concept by comparing it to something more familiar.