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a repetition of similar sounding words occurring at the end of lines in poems or songs

rhyme

15

the repetition of initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables

alliteration

15

"Tim, the terrifying tiger" is an example of _________

alliteration

25

comparing two things using like or as

simile

15

The cloud was fluffy like cotton candy. This is an example of a _____________

simile

20

He was a tornado, blasting through the opposing team. This is an example of a ____________

metaphor

25

exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally

hyperbole

15

My shoes are killing me. This sentence is an example of a _______

Hyperbole

25

Using figurative language to represent objects, actions, and ideas in such a way that it appeals to our physical senses.

Imagery

15

the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it

onomatopoeia

15

Boom! Thud! Pow! These words are examples of ___________ used in poetry

onomatopoeia

20

Comparing 2 things NOT using like or as

Metaphor

15

Bang, Slurp, Clash are examples of

Onomatopoeia

15

Change into a simile: Life is a highway.

Life is like a highway.

15

Life is like a box of chocolates.

Simile

15

The pretty, purple penguin is an example of:

Alliteration

15