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11599566539AnalogyA similarity or comparison between two different things or the relationship between them. Example: That movie was a roller coaster of emotions.0
11599566540ArguementConnected series of statements intended to support a proposition Example: "The internet is a great invention," then add logical details that support your argument.1
11599571668Argumentationwriting that attempts to prove the validity of a point of view or an idea by presenting reasoned arguments. Example Sentence: The matter is not subject to argumentation; my decision is final2
11599571669Active VoiceThe subject of the sentence (the person, animal, or thing) performing the action. Example: The boy kicks the ball. Active: Boy Verb: Kicks3
11599580367AlliterationRepetition of initial consonant sounds Example: Barry bought a book to bring to the backyard barbecue.4
11599580368AllusionA reference to another work of literature, person, or event. Example: He was a real Romeo with the ladies.5
11599583832Allegorya story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. Example: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis is a religious allegory. Aslan the lion represents Christ or God, the White Witch represents evil, and Edmund represents Judas as the betrayer.6

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