Literary Devices Flashcard

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What is an allusion?

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A reference to a famous historical event, person, or book.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is irony?

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A literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison of two unrelated things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What is personification?

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Giving human qualities to non-human creatures or objects.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is symbolism?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

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What is foreshadowing?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.