This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Figurative Language & Literary Devices has 13 clues. Answers range from 4 to 17 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
a function of the ears; an intake of information
concentrating on the speaker and what he/she says
attaching a meaning to the speaker’s message
being able to accurately recall and paraphrase something you have heard
allows listener to acquire information, solve problems and persuade or dissuade the speaker
allows listener to relax and enjoy the conversation; sometimes called passive listening
the major part of the speech
the closing of the speech; should be strong and concise
to share information with the audience
to encourage the audience to take action
the theft or misrepresentation of intellectual property (someone’s ideas, beliefs or theories); the substantial unattributed copying of another’s work
used to justify, prove or enhance the main points of the speech
occurs at the end of the speech to quickly recap all of the information presented and reinforce any other valuable points