Literary and Poetic Devices - Ocean Vuong's "Kissing" & "Always"

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What is a paradox?

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A statement that appears contradictory but actually reveals a deeper truth.

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Define oxymoron.

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A phrase that contradicts itself, like 'bittersweet' or 'deafening silence'.

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What is allusion?

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A reference to another text, historical event, or cultural moment.

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What literary device is used when a poet refers to the Vietnam War without directly naming it?

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Allusion.

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What is an extended metaphor?

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An extended metaphor is a poetic device that runs throughout a poem, shaping its meaning.

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Define juxtaposition.

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Placing two elements side by side to highlight their differences.

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What is enjambment?

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The continuation of a sentence or clause across a line break in poetry.

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What does free verse mean?

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A form of poetry that does not adhere to a specific rhyme scheme or meter.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates vivid mental pictures.

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Define symbolism.

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.