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Poetry Notes Part 3

Definitions

QuestionAnswer
Figures of speech Uses language in a non-literal way, cannot be taken literally
Imagery It appeals to the senses, Big Rock Candy Mountain
Refrain A line, or an entire stanza that is repeated throughout the poem
Repetition A phrase or a single word repeated throughout a poem
Personification A non-human is given human-like characteristics or qualities
Simile Comparison of two things using like or as
Metaphor Comparing two things without using like or as
Extended metaphor A metaphor that goes on for several lines or possibly the entire length of the work
Hyperbole An exaggeration for the sake of emphasis and is not to be taken literally
Onomatopoeia The use of words whose sound seem to resemble sounds they describe
Apostrophe Addressing someone or something usually not present
Symbol Word or image that signifies something other that what is literally represented
Idiom An expression where the literal meaning of the words is not the meaning of the expression
Alliteration The repetition of the same beginning consonant sound on a line
Allusion Is a figure of speech making casual reference to a famous historical or literary figure or event
Pun A humorous play on words
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