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Personification Figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to an object, animal, or idea
Simile A comparison between two things using " Like or As "
Epic simile ( Homeric Simile ) A long, elaborate (many details) comparison using like or as that continues over several lines
Metaphor A comparison of two unlike things
Hyperbole A figure of speech in which truth is exaggerated for emphasis or humorous effects
Onomatopeia The use of words for their sound effects
Irony: (Three Different Kinds) Situatinal Irony Deamatic Irony Verbal Irony S= The difference between what is expected to happen and what actually does. D= Device of giving the spectator an item of information that at least one of the characters is unaware of V= A contrast in what is said and what is actually meant.
Symbolism When a person, place, activity, or object stands for something else
Foreshadowing A writer's use of hints or clues to indicate events and situations that will occur later in the plot.
Flashback A conversation, event, or episode that happened before the beginning of the story which helps the reader understand the current situation.
Imagery Language that causes mental pictures or relates to the five senses
Mood The overall feeling a text creates.
Tone The writer's attitude towards the subject.
Epithet A brief phrase that points out traits associated with a particular person or thing.
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