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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
Chapter 7. I Go to Bristol
Explanation and Analysis—A Sweet Schooner:
In Chapter 7, Jim and Tom Redruth open a letter from Squire Trelawney addressed to Doctor Livesey. In his letter, the Squire informs them that he's found the perfect ship for their journey to Treasure Island:
The ship is bought and fitted. She lies at anchor, ready for sea. You never imagined a sweeter schooner—a child might sail her—two hundred tons; name, Hispaniola.
