Sounds Like Fun
When words or phrases are repeated for emphasis, it’s called...
Repetition
The place and time where a story happens is known as what?
Setting
“Just like a moth drawn to a flame / Oh, you lured me in, I couldn't sense the pain.” -Shawn Mendes
Simile
When the opposite of what is expected happens, it's called...
Irony
Give an example of irony.
Responses will vary.
The author’s choice of words is called this. Informal vs. formal language.
Diction
When a story hints at events that will happen later, it’s called...
Foreshadowing
“My shadow’s the only one that walks beside me.” -Green Day
Personification
The vivid use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses is known as...
Imagery
Give an example of allusion.
Responses will vary.
This writing strategy repeats the same beginning consonant sound in words close together.
Alliteration
A character who contrasts with another character to highlight traits is called a what?
Foil
"Cause baby, you're a firework.” -Katy Perry
Metaphor
Allusion
Give a two sentence example of imagery.
Examples will vary.
A phrase that combines contradictory terms, like “old news,” is an example of what?
Oxymoron
The atmosphere or feeling created by a story is called...
Mood
“I’d catch a grenade for ya / Throw my hand on a blade for ya / I’d jump in front of a train for ya.”-Bruno Mars
Hyperbole
Mood
Give an example of conflict. Then, explain what type of conflict it is.
Examples will vary.
In The Hunger Games Katniss wears the pin as a personal token, but by the end, it represents her leadership, hope, and rebellion. The pin that she wears is an example of the author using which writing strategy?
Symbolism
The author’s attitude toward the subject conveyed through word choice and style is called this
Tone
“We could have had it all, rolling in the deep.” -Adele
Idiom
What strategy uses repeated sounds or letters to create an effect beyond simple repetition?
Alliteration
Give a 3 sentence example of characterization. You can make up the character or choose one from a book/show/movie.
Responses vary.