Language Techniques Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Figurative Language & Literary Devices has 12 clues. Answers range from 5 to 15 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

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When exaggeration is used to create effect (e.g I called you a million times, why didn't you pick up?)
When two words begin with the same letter (e.g The deep ditch was dark and dangerous)
When the author hints at something that will happen later on in the novel
When a non-human object is given human attributes
A figure of speech that makes a comparison, often using terms 'like' or 'as' (e.g He was as a busy as a bee)
When the weather represents moods/emotions in the text
Using contradictory terms next to each other (e.g She felt a bitter joy inside of her)
When the text temporarily goes back in time
The part of the text where conflict/tension reaches the highest point
Text that imitates informal speech (e.g 'You ain't gonna get there on time!)
The leading/main character in a text
A recurring subject, theme or image in the text

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