Literary Devices Flashcard

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Author's Craft?

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All of the above

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Simile: A comparison of two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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

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Metaphor definition?

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A direct comparison of two different things.

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Personification

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When a non-living object or animal is spoken of as though it is a person.

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What is a hyperbole?

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An exaggeration for effect, not to be taken literally.

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Allusion:

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Refers to a person, event, or work in history or art.

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What is parallel structure?

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Repetition of the same pattern of words in a sentence or passage.

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Irony:

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Outcome is the opposite of what is expected.

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Imagery is:

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Descriptive language that appeals to one of the reader's senses.

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A short, interesting story used to make a point.

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