English test

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Simile

An indirect comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

Alliteration

The repetition of the same sound at the beginning of two or more consecutive words.

Personification

When human qualities are attributed to a non human entity.

Theme

An idea that occurs multiple times in a piece of literature.

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument that helps set the climax.

Setting

The type of surrounding where a story or event takes place.

Cliche

A phrase or expression that has become overused and loses its original meaning or effect.

Dramatic irony

A type of irony that occurs when the audience knows something that the characters don't.

Hyperbole

A figure of speech that involves intentional exaggeration or overstatement.