Alliteration

Front

What is alliteration?

Back

Alliteration is the repetition of the same sound or sound group at the beginning of two or more words.

Front

True or False: Alliterations only need to have the same sound, not the same letter.

Back

True

Front

Should alliteration be used all the time in writing?

Back

No, it can get distracting if used in the wrong writing format.

Front

Is this an example of alliteration? 'I like to take a walk on the beach.'

Back

No

Front

Is this an example of alliteration? 'The kangaroo kicked the kid.'

Back

Yes

Front

What is the effect of using alliteration in writing?

Back

Alliteration can create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.

Front

Can alliteration occur with different letters but the same sound? Give an example.

Back

Yes, for example, 'cereal' and 'silly' both start with the 's' sound.

Front

What is an example of alliteration?

Back

'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

Front

What is the main purpose of using alliteration in poetry?

Back

To create a musical quality and enhance the emotional impact.

Front

Identify the alliteration in this phrase: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

Back

The repetition of the 's' sound.