English year 8

• What literary device involves making a reference to a person, place, event, or work of art that is outside the text itself?


  An allusion is a literary device that involves making a reference to a person, place, event, or work of art that is outside the text itself. This reference may be implicit, meaning that the reader needs to have prior knowledge of the reference to understand its significance.
• What literary device involves using language that has multiple meanings or can be interpreted in different ways?


  Ambiguity is a literary device that involves using language that has multiple meanings or can be interpreted in different ways. This can be used to create a sense of tension or uncertainty, or to prompt the reader to think more deeply about the text's themes and meanings.
• What poem-making device involves the repetition of vowel sounds in words that are close together?


  Assonance is a poetic device that involves the repetition of vowel sounds in words that are close together. This can create a musical or rhythmic effect in poetry.
• What literary device involves exaggerating or overstating something in order to make a point?


  Hyperbole is a literary device that involves exaggerating or overstating something in order to make a point. This can be used to convey strong emotions or emphasize a particular idea.
• What literary device involves using language to create vivid mental images?


  Imagery is a literary device that involves using language to create vivid mental images. This can help readers visualize the setting, characters, and events of the text.
• What literary device involves saying the opposite of what you mean, or what happens is the opposite of what is expected?


  Irony is a literary device that involves saying the opposite of what you mean, or what happens is the opposite of what is expected. There are three types of irony: verbal irony (when the words mean the opposite), situational irony (when the situation is the opposite), and dramatic irony (when the reader knows something the characters don't).
• What literary device involves comparing two things without using "like" or "as"?


  A metaphor is a literary device that involves comparing two things without using "like" or "as". This can create a powerful and vivid impression by suggesting a deep connection between the two things being compared.
• What literary device involves words that imitate the sounds they describe?


  Onomatopoeia is a literary device that involves words that imitate the sounds they describe. Examples include "buzz", "meow", and "splash".
• What literary device involves comparing two things using "like" or "as"?


  A simile is a literary device that involves comparing two things using "like" or "as". This can be used to create vivid and memorable descriptions, and to draw attention to certain characteristics or qualities.
• What literary device involves giving human-like qualities to non-human entities, such as objects or animals?


  Personification is a literary device that involves giving human-like qualities to non-human entities, such as objects or animals. This can create a sense of personality or emotion in things that would not normally be thought of as having those qualities.
• What literary device involves using objects, colors, or other elements to represent abstract ideas or concepts?


  Symbolism is a literary device that involves using objects, colors, or other elements to represent abstract ideas or concepts. This can be used to convey complex themes or ideas in a subtle and suggestive way.