Literary Devices List 4

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, often culturally specific.

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What is an aphorism?

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An aphorism is a concise statement that expresses a general truth or principle, often in a witty or memorable way.

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What is epanalepsis?

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Epanalepsis is a rhetorical device where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning and end of a clause or sentence.

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What is a narrative?

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A narrative is a spoken or written account of connected events; a story that presents a sequence of events in chronological order.

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What is an epigraph?

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An epigraph is a quotation or saying at the beginning of a book or chapter, intended to suggest a theme or set the tone.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is asyndeton?

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Asyndeton is a rhetorical device that omits conjunctions between words, phrases, or clauses, creating a fast-paced rhythm.

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What is anaphora?

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Anaphora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.

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What is hypophora?

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Hypophora is a rhetorical device where the speaker poses a question and then immediately answers it.

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What is critique in literature?

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A critique is a detailed analysis and assessment of a literary work, evaluating its merits and faults.