Figurative Language & Literary Devices

The narrative is the point of view that includes using only names and pronouns.

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.

A literary device combining oppositional words to create a unique word or phrase.

When two things are compared using like or as.

The place or type of surroundings where a story takes place.

The narrative is the point of view that includes I, me, and my.

This is used to set the mood; how the author speaks.

A scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story.

A word or phrase applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable; a comparison NOT using like/as.

A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.

A statement that appears to contradict itself, but either reveals a deeper meaning or actually makes sense.

A literary device in which a word or phrase is used multiple times.

The style of either spoken or written word as determined by word choice.

An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect reference.

A word or phrase that softens an uncomfortable topic.

When the author describes something based on the 5 senses.

The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.

The main events of a novel or similar work, devised and presented by the writer as an interrelated sequence.

An exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally.

A narrative device in which suggestions or warnings about events to come are dropped or planted.

When two things are being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

The art of making someone or something look ridiculous, raising laughter in order to embarrass, etc.

This occurs when a moment of dialogue or plot contradicts what the audience expects from a character or story...

A temporary state of mind or feeling; something that is set by the author's tone.

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities is called what?

The attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something nonhuman.