Which of these is an example of alliteration?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 'The silent snake slid slowly'
- Step 1: Alliteration repeats a consonant sound at the start of words. Step 2. The s sound is repeated. Answer: 'The silent snake slid slowly'. Why not the others: The others show simile, onomatopoeia and metaphor.
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