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Literary Devices
Definition of Alliteration
Alliteration is a figure of speech in which the same sound repeats in a group of words, such as the “b” sound in: “Bob brought the box of bricks to... read full definition
Alliteration is a figure of speech in which the same sound repeats in a group of words, such as the “b” sound in: “Bob brought... read full definition
Alliteration is a figure of speech in which the same sound repeats in a group of words, such as the... read full definition
Key Examples in Obasan
Chapter 7
Explanation and Analysis—Mighty Mouse:
In Chapter 7, Naomi describes the stark contrast between the quiet Obasan and the outspoken, relentless Aunt Emily in a passage employing alliteration:
Obasan’s language remains deeply underground but Aunt Emily, BA, MA, is a word warrior. She’s a crusader, a little old gray‑haired Mighty Mouse, a Bachelor of Advanced Activists and General Practitioner of Just Causes.
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