Literary Devices

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What is a Simile?
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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.
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What is a Metaphor?
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.
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What is Personification?
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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.
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What is Foreshadowing?
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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.
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What is Irony?
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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning. It often involves a contrast between expectation and reality.
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What is Allusion?
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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art. For example, 'He has the patience of Job' refers to a biblical figure known for his patience.
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What is Imagery?
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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind. It appeals to the senses.
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