illiterate
/ɪˈlɪtəɹət/adj
Middle School
1
Unable to read and write.
2
Having less than an expected standard of familiarity with language and literature, or having little formal education.
3
Not conforming to prescribed standards of speech or writing.
4
Ignorant in a specified way or about a specified subject.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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