Literary Devices

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a literary device that references a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance, often without explicit identification.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.

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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'.

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What is an epiphany?

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An epiphany is a moment of sudden revelation or insight that provides clarity to a problem or situation.

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device that attributes human characteristics to non-human entities or objects.

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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, often highlighting a contrast between expectation and reality.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central topic, subject, or message within a narrative, often reflecting universal ideas or moral lessons.

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What is a symbol in literature?

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A symbol is a literary device that uses an object, character, or event to represent a larger idea or concept.