Key Language & Structure Techniques Flashcards
What is Alliteration
The repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a sentence or phrase.
What is a Simile
A comparison between two things using “like” or “as”
What is A Metaphor
A direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating one is the other.
What is Pathetic fallacy
Giving human emotions to nature or objects to reflect mood.
What is Oxymoron
A phrase that combines two contradictory words, e.g., “bittersweet”.
What is Semantic field
A group of words related in meaning or theme.
What is Onomatopoeia
A word that imitates the sound it represents, e.g., “buzz” or “bang”
Define Hyperbole
An extreme exaggeration used for effect.
Define Personification
Giving human qualities to non-human things.
Define Imagery
+What are the three types of imagery and what do they do
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
Auditory (Imagery related to sound.)
Olfactory (Imagery related to smell.)
Tactile (Imagery related to touch.)
Explain Tenses
Indicates the time of action: present, past, or future
Explain Repetition
The deliberate reuse of words or phrases for emphasis
Explain Anaphora
The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses
Explain Listing
A sequence of words, phrases, or ideas used for emphasis or effect
Explain Rhetorical Question
A question asked for effect, not requiring an answer
What is Hypophora
A rhetorical device where a question is posed and then immediately answered
Declarative sentence
A sentence that makes a statement or expresses an idea
Circular structure
A text that begins and ends in a similar way, creating a sense of completeness.
What is a Minor sentence
A short sentence missing a grammatical element, used for dramatic effect.
Define Ellipsis
The omission of words or phrases, often indicated by “…”, to create suspense or suggest trailing thoughts.
What is a Modal Verb?
A modal verb is a type of auxiliary verb used to express possibility, necessity, permission, ability, or obligation.
Common modal verbs include:
Can
Could
Will
Would
