What is alliteration?
Alliteration and Assonance

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Alliteration is a literary device where the same consonant sound is repeated at the beginning of closely placed words, creating a rhythmic effect.
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Provide an example of alliteration.
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An example of alliteration is: 'Becky's beagle barked and bayed, becoming bothersome for Billy.'
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What is assonance?
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Assonance is a literary device that involves the repetition of vowel sounds within closely placed words, contributing to the musical quality of language.
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Provide an example of assonance.
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An example of assonance is: 'You own the office over at Ohio?'
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How does alliteration enhance writing?
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Alliteration enhances writing by creating a musical quality, emphasizing particular phrases, and making the text more memorable.
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How does assonance enhance writing?
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Assonance enhances writing by adding rhythm, creating mood, and linking words together through similar sounds.
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What is the difference between alliteration and assonance?
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The difference is that alliteration focuses on the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words, while assonance focuses on the repetition of vowel sounds within words.
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