Literary Devices (Part One)

Front

A widely known basic truth

Back

adage

Front

A story revealing a hidden truth

Back

allegory

Front

Repetition of the same sounds of the first syllable

Back

alliteration

Front

Casual reference to a historical figure or event

Back

Allusion

Front

How does the author reveal a character's personality?

Back

Characterization

Front

Overused idea or expression

Back

Cliche

Front

Pivotal moment where the story takes a turn

Back

Climax

Front

Main characters' struggle

Back

conflict

Front

Clues hinting at what’s to come

Back

foreshadowing

Front

Exaggerated figure of speech

Back

hyperbole