Figurative Language and Poetic Devices

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Descriptive words that appeal to the senses

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imagery

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An obvious exaggeration to make a point or add excitement

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hyperbole

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Giving human qualities to non-living objects

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personification

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A comparison of two seemingly unlike things without using like or as

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metaphor

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Words or phrases that are repeated in writings to give emphasis

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repetition

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A word that spells out a sound

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onomatopoeia

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Using words with the same beginning sound to highlight keywords, make a poem memorable, or create a feeling or mood is called

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alliteration

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A comparison of two seemingly unlike things using "like" or "as"

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simile

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Identify the literary device in the phrase: "To the swinging and the ringing of the bells, bells, bells..."

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repetition

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"The wind stood up and gave a shout"

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personification