Onomatopoeia and alliteration!

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What is alliteration?

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The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of nearby words.

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Can you give an example of alliteration?

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Larry's lizard likes lounging in the sun.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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A word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound that it describes.

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Identify the onomatopoeia in the sentence: 'Julia's brother yelled boo to scare her!'

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boo

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Identify the onomatopoeia in the sentence: 'Boing went the bouncy ball!'

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boing

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What is the purpose of using alliteration in writing?

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To create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.

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What is the effect of onomatopoeia in literature?

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It creates a vivid auditory experience for the reader, enhancing the imagery.

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Provide an example of a sentence with alliteration.

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Becky's beagle barked and begged for food.

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How does alliteration differ from assonance?

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Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds, while assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within words.

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What is a common use of onomatopoeia in poetry?

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To evoke sensory experiences and create a more immersive reading experience.