Literary Devices Flashcards

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Allegory

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A literary device used to express large, complex ideas in an approachable manner, often critiquing political or societal realities.

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Allusion

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A literary device used to develop characters and frame storylines by referencing well-known works, such as fairy tales or popular culture.

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Dramatic Irony

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Occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating tension and engagement in the story.

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Extended Metaphor

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Builds evocative images into writing, making prose more emotionally resonant and engaging for readers.

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Foreshadowing

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A storytelling technique used to hint at future events, creating suspense and maintaining reader interest.

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Allusion in Writing

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Creates associations with well-known works to enrich the narrative.

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Emotional Impact of Extended Metaphors

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Enhances the emotional depth and engagement of the writing.

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Imagery

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The use of figurative language to evoke a sensory experience in the reader, providing them with sights, tastes, smells, sounds, and emotions.

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Irony

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A literary device that hinges on opposites, revealing differences between what things appear to be and what they actually are.

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Analogy

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A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.