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POLYSYNDETON

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  • 1. Multiple Choice
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    What is polysyndeton in literary definition?

    Polysyndeton is a writing style where conjunctions are omitted in a series of words, phrases or clauses

    Polysyndeton is a rhetorical device in which articles and conjunctions are frequently used in a sentence or phrase.TRY

    Polysyndeton is a list or series of words, phrases, or clauses that is connected with the repeated use of the same conjunction. The most common conjunctions used with polysyndeton are and & or.

  • 2. Multiple Choice
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    What is the main purpose of using polysyndeton?

    To use conjunctions correctly in literature

    It acts also as a stylistic device that brings rhythm to the text with the repetition of conjunctions in quick succession.

    To fasten the pace of a sentence

  • 3. Multiple Choice
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    What category of schemes is polysyndeton under?

    Schemes of Construction

    Schemes of Omission

    Schemes of Repetition

    Schemes of unusual or inverted word order

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