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What is the term for words that are used within a poem repeatedly to express a certain point?

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Repetition

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'Her eyes are as sparkly as a diamond'?

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Simile

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Words that phonetically imitate, resemble, or suggest the sound that they describe.

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What is the purpose of repetition in poetry?

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To emphasize a particular idea or theme.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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Words like 'crash', 'boom', 'sizzle', or 'pop'.

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What are the main elements of poetry?

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Imagery, sound, form, and meaning.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is the significance of sound devices in poetry?

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They enhance the musical quality of the poem and contribute to its meaning.