Literary Techniques That Actually Matter
Ever wondered how writers make their stories feel so real and vivid? They use clever tricks called literary devices that you can spot once you know what to look for!
Similes and metaphors are comparison tools that writers love. A simile says something is "like" something else (my brother is like a pig), whilst a metaphor goes further and says something actually is something else (my brother is a pig). Both help readers picture exactly what the writer means.
Repetition might seem boring, but writers use it on purpose to hammer home important ideas. When you see the same words popping up again and again, pay attention - the writer's trying to tell you something crucial!
Onomatopoeia is just a fancy word for sound effects in writing. Words like "crash," "bang," or "whisper" make you hear the story as well as read it.
Top Tip: When answering comprehension questions, always use words from the actual question in your answer - it shows you've understood what's being asked!
