Saturday, November 27, 2010

Alliteration

While alliteration comes natually to some poeple, most writers find it necessary to edit and revise writing to add alliteration. When using alliteration, writers are careful to use a letter sound that also adds to the rhythm and mood of the writing.

Let's Sing a Song about J

Consider the letter J. What type of sound does a J make?

What are some words starting with J?

What mood might J suggest?

Click the link above to watch a Sesame Street video that uses the letter J. Notice the J letter words and the effect those words seem to have.



Consider the letter V. What type of sound does a V make?

What are some words starting with V?

What mood might V suggest?

Click the link above to watch a clip from V for Vendetta that uses the letter V. Notice the V letter words and the effect those words seem to have.

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