Poetic Devices and Figurative Language
This topic introduces foundational poetic devices such as metaphors, similes, and personification. Students will analyse how these devices enhance the meaning and impact of a poem.
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This topic introduces foundational poetic devices such as metaphors, similes, and personification. Students will analyse how these devices enhance the meaning and impact of a poem.
Key Questions
- What is the difference between literal and figurative language?
- How do metaphors and similes deepen our understanding?
- How does personification bring inanimate objects to life?
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