Question

What is alliteration?

• A. The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words
• B. The repetition of vowel sounds at the end of words
• C. A rhyme scheme that uses alternating lines
• D. The use of metaphors to convey deeper meanings

Answer 1

Answer:

A. The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words

Examples of Alliteration:

• "The lowing herd wind slowly o'er the lea" (Repetition of the "l" sound)
  "The ploughman homeward plods his weary way" (Repetition of the "p" and "w" sounds)