structure

/ˈstɹʌk(t)ʃə(ɹ)/noun
Middle School
1

A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.

2

The underlying shape of a solid.

3

The overall form or organization of something.

4

A set of rules defining behaviour.

5

Several pieces of data treated as a unit.

6

Underwater terrain or objects (such as a dead tree or a submerged car) that tend to attract fish

7

A body, such as a political party, with a cohesive purpose or outlook.

8

A set along with a collection of finitary functions and relations.

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