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Advanced Language techniques

TermDefinition
Imagery Words that create an imagery in your mind
Symbolism A word, phrase or image which stands for something. A dove.
Rhetorical question A question which does not expect an answer.
Emotive language Words and phrases that cause an emotional response in the reader
Enjambment A line ending in which the syntax, rhythm and thought are continued into the next line.
Caesura A natural pause or break in a line of poetry indicated by punctuation. ?',.&!"
Anaphora the repetition of a word or words at the beginning of successive phrases, clauses, or lines to create a sonic effect. (I have a dream).
Extended Metaphor Comparing something to something else. The metaphor is referred to more than once.
Complex sentence A long sentence with clauses giving more details and building a more vivid picture.
Short sentence Short sentence used for effect perhaps after a series of long sentences.
Word placement Where is the significant word in the sentence. Unusual word order highlights emphasis on particular idea.
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