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Define 'antecedent'.
The word, phrase, or clause that comes before the referent.
Define 'referent'.
The word, phrase, or clause that refers back to the antecedent.
What is 'alliteration'?
Repeating initial consonant sounds in closely connected words.
What is 'repetition'?
Repeating words or phrases for emphasis or effect.
What is a 'simile'?
A comparison between two things using 'like' or 'as'.
What is a 'metaphor'?
A comparison between two things without using 'like' or 'as'.
Define 'diction'.
Word choice; the specific words an author chooses to use.
Define 'tone'.
The author's attitude towards the subject.
Define 'grammar' in a literary context.
The structure and rules of language, providing context in a poem.
Define 'personification'.
Giving human qualities to inanimate objects or abstract ideas.
Analyze: 'The wind whispered secrets through the trees.'
Personification is used to create a sense of mystery and intimacy, suggesting nature has hidden knowledge.
Analyze: 'a heart of stone'
This metaphor suggests someone is unfeeling, cold, or lacks empathy.
What is the meaning of this quote: 'Two roads diverged in a yellow wood'?
This quote introduces the central metaphor of the poem, representing life choices and decisions.
What is the meaning of this quote: 'I took the one less traveled by'?
This quote suggests a decision to be individualistic and to choose a path that is not commonly taken.
What is the meaning of this quote: 'And that has made all the difference.'?
This quote reflects on the impact of the speaker's choice, suggesting it significantly shaped their life.