Renaissance
/ɹəˈneɪs(ə)ns/name
Middle School
1
The 14th-century revival of classical art, architecture, literature and learning that originated in Italy and spread throughout Europe over the following two centuries.
2
The period of this revival, typically lasting from the late 14th to the late 16th centuries; the transition from medieval to modern times.
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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”)
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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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