NCFE Vocabulary and Literary Devices

Comparison of two similar but different things, used to clarify an action or a relationship. 

to indicate or suggest without being openly stated

a conclusion one can draw from the presented details

Author's ___ is the author's reason for writing: inform, entertain, persuade, etc. 

A summary produced without bias or opinion using textual evidence is a called a/an ___ summary.

What term best applies?

What term best applies?

repetition of vowel sounds: “Anna’s apples,” “the pond is long gone”

What terms apply?

Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions ex.metaphor, simile, personification

A question asked solely to pose an idea for consideration (not to be answered) is a/an ___ 

an author's choice of words, which combine to help create meaning and tone.