Descriptive Techniques

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What is symbolism?

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When an object or color represents an idea. For example, a dove can represent peace.

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What is alliteration?

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Repetition of the ‘s’ sound which creates a hissing effect. For example, 'Sing a song of sixpence'.

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What is a verb?

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A doing or action word. Examples include walk, run, fight, and dance.

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What is imagery?

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Using descriptive words, especially the 5 senses, to form a picture in the reader’s mind. For example, 'A plump soft egg oozed warm yellow yolk over the freshly-baked bread'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Words that sound like the noise they are trying to describe. Examples include snap, bang, crackle, zip, and buzz.

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What is a noun?

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A person, place, thing, or idea. Examples include cat, school, and happiness.

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What is an adjective?

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A word that describes a noun. Examples include happy, blue, and tall.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A direct comparison between two things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is pathetic fallacy?

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Giving human emotions to nature or inanimate objects. For example, 'The angry storm clouds gathered'.