Figures of Speech in Poetry

Something used to represent something else. For example, a dove represents peace.

​ (a)   is the direct comparison of dissimilar things to create more vivid imagery or understanding.​ For example, "his mind is a toilet."

Using words to create mental images that paint a picture in the reader's mind.

A surprising (and sometimes humorous) situation that opposes a reader's expectations. For example, a fire station catching on fire.​ (a)  

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The vocabulary chosen by the author. It can be formal or informal.

"awfully good" is an example of a(n) ______

a statement that appears to contradict itself but contains some truth

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assigning human attributes to nonhuman things