English
Literary devices.
Definition
Techniques that writers use to convey meaning, create effects, and engage readers beyond the literal level of the text. Literary devices include figurative language, structural choices, sound patterns, and narrative techniques that add layers of meaning to a work.
Examples
Real-world.
- 1 Foreshadowing: hints early in a story that predict later events
- 2 Irony: a fire station burning down
- 3 Symbolism: a green light representing hope in The Great Gatsby