2.1.4 - Literary Devices
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Define irony in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about a moment in the story that surprised you.
Name one example of imagery from the text.
💡 Hint: What do you remember seeing or hearing in the story?
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What literary device is demonstrated when soldiers celebrate Christmas together?
💡 Hint: Think about the expectations of soldiers in war.
True or False: The letter represents only a tangible item in the story.
💡 Hint: What feelings does the letter evoke in Connie?
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Evaluate how the use of irony in 'The Best Christmas Present in the World' affects the reader's perception of war.
💡 Hint: Consider how moments of peace during conflict alter reader feelings.
Create a metaphor to represent the themes of hope and peace depicted through symbolism in the story.
💡 Hint: Think about the visual imagery of light against darkness.
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