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ap lit - literary devices: figurative language & irony

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Learn the key literary devices you need for AP Literature analysis. This review covers metaphor, simile, imagery, symbolism, tone, diction, syntax, and more with clear examples to help you identify and analyze them in poetry and prose. This video wa ...more

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units
Exam SkillsUnit 2 – Intro to PoetryUnit 5 – Structure & Figurative Language in PoetryUnit 8 – Advanced Techniques in PoetryUnit 6 – Literary Techniques in Longer Works
topics
Literary Device ReviewLiterary Device Review - SlidesFigurative Language and FunctionFigurative Language and Function - Slides2.4 Identifying techniques in poetry to analyze literary works5.2 Use of techniques like imagery and hyperbole5.3 Types of comparisons in poetry including personification and allusion5.4 Identifying and interpreting extended metaphors8.2 Interpreting juxtaposition, paradox, and irony8.4 Identifying symbols, conceits, and allusions6.1 Interpreting foil characters

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  • 0:00

    Introduction to Literary Devices

  • 0:32

    How to Use Literary Devices

  • 1:03

    Social Media and Signup Plug

  • 1:34

    Agenda and Game Overview

  • 2:05

    Figurative vs Literary Terms

  • 3:06

    Literary Device Game Rules

  • 3:38

    Game: Example One Analysis

  • 4:40

    Game: Personification and Alliteration

  • 6:12

    Game: Metaphor Example

  • 7:16

    Game: Imagery and Personification

  • 8:17

    Game: Simile and Hyperbole

  • 9:20

    Game: Alliteration Example

  • 10:21

    Game: Assonance and Personification

  • 11:56

    Game: Mood and Imagery

  • 12:58

    Game: Onomatopoeia Examples

  • 16:40

    Game: Foreshadowing Examples

  • 18:13

    Game: Personification Examples

  • 19:45

    Game: Speaker and Point of View

  • 21:19

    Game: Tone Words

  • 22:21

    Game: Archetype Examples

  • 24:54

    Figurative Language Explained

  • 27:59

    Figurative Language Examples

  • 30:05

    Literary Terms List

  • 32:11

    Sound Devices in Poetry

  • 35:18

    Why Study Literary Devices

  • 38:58

    Devices on AP Exam

  • 40:30

    Multiple Choice Tips

  • 42:03

    Example Multiple Choice Question

  • 44:10

    Free Response Usage

  • 46:18

    Essay Prompt Example

  • 48:50

    Thesis and Interpretation Questions

  • 49:23

    Conceit and Pastoral Explained

  • 50:54

    Epistolary Narrative

  • 51:26

    Foil Character Definition

  • 52:29

    Allusion to Other Texts

  • 53:31

    Syllogism in Arguments

  • 54:36

    Anecdote as Device

  • 55:07

    Allegory Examples

  • 56:42

    Synecdoche and Metonymy

  • 58:45

    Syntax and Tone

  • 1:00:21

    Types of Irony

  • 1:02:26

    Resources and Closing

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