English language and literature language techniques

• What is the definition of pathetic fallacy?

  Pathetic fallacy is when the weather or atmosphere describes the mood.
• How does pathetic fallacy manifest in literature?

  It reflects the characters' emotions through weather or atmosphere.
• What is personification?

  Personification is when a non-human is given human qualities.
• Give an example of personification.


  The pen was sitting on the table.
• What is a simile?

  A simile is a comparison of two things using "like" or "as."
• Provide an example of a simile.

  He was as strong as an ox.
• What is a metaphor?

  A metaphor is a comparison of two things using "is" or "are."
• Give an example of a metaphor.

  She is a monster.
• What is an extended metaphor?

  An extended metaphor is a metaphor that is explained in detail.
• Provide an example of an extended metaphor.

  Life is a roller coaster, explaining the ups and downs.
• What is an oxymoron?

  An oxymoron is when two opposite words are placed side by side.
• Give an example of an oxymoron.

  The small giant.
• What is juxtaposition?

  Juxtaposition is when two opposing ideas are placed together.
• How can you create juxtaposition from an oxymoron?

  By explaining the contrasting ideas in detail.
• What is symbolism?

  Symbolism is when objects are linked to present meaning.
• Provide an example of symbolism.

  A face mask symbolizes COVID-19.
• What is a semantic field?

  A semantic field is when words across an extract link to one idea.
• Give an example of a semantic field.

  Ring, gloves, punch, referee link to boxing.
• What is irony?

  Irony is when events in the text surprise the characters.
• Provide an example of irony.

  Mr. Burling offering money in "An Inspector Calls."
• What is a rhetorical question?

  A rhetorical question is a question that does not require an answer.
• Give an example of a rhetorical question.

  How would you feel if you had to wear a face mask all day?
• What is hyperbole?

  Hyperbole is an over-exaggeration.
• Provide an example of hyperbole.

  I'm so hungry, I'm going to eat everything.
• What is assonance?

  Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds.
• Provide an example of assonance.

  I light the fire.
• What is alliteration?

  Alliteration is when words in a row begin with the same letter.
• Provide an example of alliteration.

  The big blue ball bounced down the road.
• What is sibilance?

  Sibilance is when words in a row begin with the "s" sound.
• Provide an example of sibilance.

  The snake was slowly hissing.
• What is a euphemism?

  A euphemism is when something is said in an indirect manner.
• Provide an example of a euphemism.

  He passed away means he died.
• What is emotive language?

  Emotive language is when the writer makes the reader feel a particular emotion.
• Provide an example of emotive language.

  The writer described the tragic event with sorrowful words.
• What is onomatopoeia?

  Onomatopoeia is when words describe sounds.
• Provide an example of onomatopoeia.

  Words like crack, bang, and boom.
• What is the rule of three?

  The rule of three is when three words or phrases are used in a row.
• Provide an example of the rule of three.

  This table is black, has four legs, and is quite hard.
• What are facts and stats in writing?

  Facts and stats are evidence used to support claims.
• How do facts and stats enhance writing?

  They make writing more persuasive and believable.