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
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1 unit use this concept.