Literary Terms and Concepts

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of its words (e.g., "It's raining cats and dogs").

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What is personification?

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Giving human traits to non-human things or ideas.

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Define "hyperbole."

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An extreme exaggeration used for emphasis or humor.

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What is a fable?

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A short story that teaches a moral lesson, often featuring animals as characters.

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What is a folktale?

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A story passed down orally through generations that reflects cultural beliefs or values.

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What is a myth?

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A traditional story explaining natural phenomena, often involving gods or supernatural beings.

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What is a legend?

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A story from the past believed to have a historical basis but often exaggerated over time.

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Define "onomatopoeia."

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A word that imitates a sound (e.g., buzz, hiss, bang).

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What is a symbol in literature?

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An object, person, or event that represents a deeper meaning.

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Define "alliteration."

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Repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words.