vocabulary Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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analogy
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a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification
2
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allusion
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an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference
3
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tone
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a musical or vocal sound with reference to its pitch, quality, and strength.
4
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impact
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the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another
5
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genre
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a category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter
6
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authors purpose
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An author’s purpose may be to amuse the reader, to persuade the reader, to inform the reader, or to satirize a condition.
7
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reveal
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make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others.
