Literary Terms Crossword
This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Figurative Language & Literary Devices has 11 clues. Answers range from 3 to 15 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Description
compare two things using the words "like" and/or "as"
a statement that doesn't make sense literally, but makes sense when similiarities between two things become apparent
an outrageous exaggeration that emphasizes a point
gives himan characteristics to inanimate objects, animals or ideas
use of words that sound like their meaning or mimic sounds
sarcasm; opposite meaning
play on words
appeals to the senses and can be about living things or inanimate objects
repetition of the first consonant sounds in several words
indirect or passing reference
repeating vowel sounds
