Literary Devices

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1st person point of view

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A narrative perspective where the narrator uses 'I' or 'me' to tell the story, providing personal insights and experiences.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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Simile

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A literary device that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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Indirect Characterization

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A method of revealing a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, and dialogue rather than through direct statements.

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Alliteration

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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Oxymoron

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A figure of speech in which two contradictory terms are combined to create a unique expression, such as 'bittersweet'.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

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Metaphor

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting they are the same.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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Personification

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A literary device that attributes human characteristics to non-human entities or abstract concepts.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Foreshadowing

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A technique used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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Theme

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The central idea or underlying message in a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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Plot

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The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C