biology

/baɪˈɒl.ə.d͡ʒɪ/noun
Middle School
1

The study of all life or living matter.

2

The living organisms of a particular region.

3

The structure, function, and behavior of an organism or type of organism.

4

A biographical history.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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