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21 Cards in this Set
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Rhyme - A stitch in time saves nine
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Theends of words have the same sound. Usually at the ends of lines inpoetry, but may be internal (within a line). - Makes the text memorable and canmake poems amusing. Can tie together the middle and ends of verses. |
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Rhythm |
A regular pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables. - Makes the text as a whole more memorable and makes it flow better
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Alliteration
Big and bright |
Repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words- usually close in succession. - Makes small section of the text hang together and flow better. Draws our attention to this phrase. Creates a harder or softer mood in line with the meaning.
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Assonance
Only the lonely |
Vowel Sounds are repeated at the beginning ormiddle of nearby words. - Makes small section of the text flow better. Draws our attention to this phrase. Repetition of vowels generallygives a soft, quiet, calm mood unless the sounds are the short vowels;e.g. cat and pet.
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Parallel Construction
In the valley and through the marsh rode the hunters |
Using the same word class order twice (in sameor two sentences). - Parallel Construction provides rhythm while it expands thedetail of the description and creates balance.
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Choice of words (vocab)
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Using more unusual, specialized or technicalwords. Sometimes more unusual words provide more specific meaning thancommon ones. Specialized or technical words makes it seem like thewriter/speaker really knows the topic.
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Use of slang
Chill out brotha |
Most likely used in direct speech. - Grounds thetext in informality as well as a certain social group and a period of time.
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Use of direct or indirect speech
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Quoting spoken words. - Makes the character come alive. We can hear the way he/she speaks-the actual vocab, grammar and tones.
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Symbolism
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Use of an object (concrete noun) to represent an emotion or belief system. These are a connection to emotions-an author can use a symbol so that the reader understands the emotion invested without spelling it out. The image (mental or actual) conjures up certain memories/emotions when he/she sees the symbol.
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Euphemism
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Use of a less objectionable or harsh expression to avoid upsetting or offending people. - Amusement in the reader or revealing the character of the person using it (squeamish or kindhearted etc).
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Emotive language
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Choice of words which have been specifically chosen to invoke an emotional response in the reader - The attitude and emotions of the author are made clear to the reader
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Triple Construction Great, big, enormous rain drops Soft, warm, silky fur. |
Repeating or listing three times words that have the same meaning or are from the same word class (eg adjectives) |
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Sarcasm and Irony
The person says the opposite of what they mean |
Attitudes/emotions of the author are made clear (often as contempt or disdain or just a strong viewpoint)
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Pun Where do you find giant snails? On the ends of giants’ fingers |
Word play where a word or phrase has two meanings or two words that sound the same but have different meanings. Often humorous (funny) |
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Use of multiple adjectives or adverbs
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Builds up a very full picture of theobject/animal/person or activity the author is describing so the reader feelsthey can picture it very precisely.
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Use of incorrect grammar I sure hate them crazy sales folks callin' at dinner time |
Generally used in direct speech to create the effect of informality or familiarity |
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Simple sentences Passing the school, we saw flames pouring out of the office. |
Have one complete verb, though there may be other 'helping' verbs. Used to establish a single idea. Often used as topic sentences. Often used as short sentences to help create tension. |
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Compound Sentences We danced all night then climbed the hill to see the sun rise. |
Two complete verbs and each part of the sentence makes sense on its own. Used to give extra detail about the subject of the sentence. |
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Complex Sentences Although the sky was overcast, no snow fell that night |
Have two complete verbs but one part of the sentence needs the other part to make sense.
Used to describe, to provide explanations and to give detailed information about the subject |
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First Person Narration 1st person singular: I, me, my mine, 1st person plural: we us |
Reveals the character directly to the audience. Used to reveals a character's internal life while limiting our insight into the internal lives of other characters so that we share the narrator's own (limited) perspective. |
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Hyperbole If I've told you once I've told you a thousand times ... tidy your room! |
Deliberate exaggeration. Used for emphasis or to get a point accross |
