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What is the meaning of this quote: 'Till a’ the seas gang dry'?
Hyperbole emphasizing eternal and unending love.
What is the meaning of this quote: 'for destruction ice / Is also great'?
Understatement showing the destructive power of hate.
What is the meaning of this quote: 'Like a patient etherized upon a table;'?
Evokes feelings of anxiety and unease, comparing the evening to a vulnerable patient.
How does 'Mending Wall' explore the theme of isolation?
The wall symbolizes barriers between people, representing differences and isolation.
How is the theme of choices explored in 'The Road Not Taken'?
The 'road' is a metaphor for life choices and their consequences.
How does 'A Red, Red Rose' explore the theme of eternal love?
Hyperbole emphasizes the unending nature of love.
How does 'Fire and Ice' explore the theme of destruction?
Understatement shows that both passion (fire) and hate (ice) can lead to destruction.
What is Imagery?
Descriptive language using sensory details to create vivid images.
What is Hyperbole?
Exaggeration used for emphasis, often for humor or drama.
What is Understatement?
Intentionally minimizing something for effect, often creating irony.
Define Connotation.
The implied or associative meaning of a word.
Define Diction.
The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
Define Syntax.
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences.
Define Tone.
The author's attitude toward the subject matter.
Define Mood.
The overall atmosphere or feeling of a literary work.
Define Symbolism.
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
What is Figurative Language?
Language that uses figures of speech to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful.