ACELT1600

Discuss the nature and effects of some language devices used to enhance meaning and shape the reader’s reaction, including rhythm and onomatopoeia in poetry and prose

Elaborations

• identifying the effect of imagery in texts, for example the use of imagery related to nature in haiku poems (Skills: Literacy, Critical and Creative Thinking)
• exploring how rhythm, onomatopoeia and alliteration give momentum to poetry and prose read aloud, and enhance enjoyment (Skills: Literacy, Critical and Creative Thinking)

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