Question

match each term with its correct definition.
match term definition
alliteration a) the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables
allusion b) an expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its separate words but must be learned as a whole
hyperbole c) exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
idiom d) the presentation of a thing with underemphasis, especially in order to achieve a greater effect; understatement
meiosis e) a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance

Explanation:

• Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds in neighboring words or syllables.
• Allusion is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, etc.
• Hyperbole is exaggerated statements not meant to be literal.
• Idiom is an expression understood as a whole, not by its separate words.
• Meiosis is underemphasis for effect.

Answer:

Alliteration - A, Allusion - E, Hyperbole - C, Idiom - B, Meiosis - D