Literary Devices: Names/Nombres

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Comparison of 2 unlike objects without "like" or "as."

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metaphor

Front

Technique used by writers for special effects in writing.

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literary device

Front

He was as quiet as a mouse reading in the corner of the classroom.

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simile

Front

Quiet mouse reading in class.

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metaphor

Front

Comparison of 2 unlike objects using 'like' or 'as'.

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simile

Front

Allusion defined:

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Reference to a famous person, place, or event.

Front

In Greek mythology, King Midas turns everything he touches to gold. Elon Musk has a Midas touch when starting new businesses.

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Fortunate

Front

Meaning of the allusion: My brother is a regular Einstein! He always seems to know the answer!

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His brother is intelligent.