1.2 - Literary Terms and Devices
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Practice Questions
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What is a theme?
💡 Hint: Think about the main point the author is trying to convey.
Give an example of a simile.
💡 Hint: Look for comparisons using 'like' or 'as'.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What literary device compares two unrelated things?
💡 Hint: Think of examples like 'Time is a thief.'
True or False: Mood is the attitude of the author.
💡 Hint: Consider what feelings a reader might experience.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a short poem using at least three literary devices discussed in this section.
💡 Hint: Focus on using figurative language to enhance your expression.
Analyze a passage from a book you have read that demonstrates irony. Describe the effect it has on the overall theme.
💡 Hint: Think about what the irony reveals about the characters' intentions.
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