Literary Devices Flashcards
1
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Metaphor
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An expression that compares two or more like things without using “like” or “as”.
2
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Pun
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A humorous (not hilarious) and clever play on words at usually has a double meaning.
3
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Hyperbole
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An exaggeration not meant to be taken seriously r literally.
4
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Oxymoron
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A combination of two opposites or contradictory terms.
5
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Classical Allusion
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A hint or reference to Classic Greek mythology.
6
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Foreshadow
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Suggests events that have yet to occur in a literary work. Writers use his to build suspense and create expectation.
