English Language Techniques 2.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? EnglishLanguage TechniquesGCSEAQA Created by: alfiep1114Created on: 07-02-17 20:51 Simile A descriptive technique that compares one thing with another, usually using 'as' or 'like'. 1 of 9 Metaphor A descriptive technique that names a person, thing or action as something else. 2 of 9 Hyperbole A use of obvious exaggeration for rhetorical effect. 3 of 9 Personification A metaphor attributing human feelings to an object. 4 of 9 Pathetic Fallacy A type of personification where emotions are given to a setting, an object or the weather. 5 of 9 Onomatopoeia A words that sound a little like they mean. 6 of 9 Oxymoron A phrase combining two or more contradictory terms. 7 of 9 Emotive Language Language intended to create an emotional response. 8 of 9 Alliteration Repetition of consonants at the start of words or in a sentence or phrase. 9 of 9
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