Sound Devices in Literature: Sibilance
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GCSE
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Sound Devices in Literature: Sibilance
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Understanding Sibilance
The wind whispered softly through the leaves, sliding over the surface with a sibilant hiss. The serpent's slither was silent but sinister, its coils coiling cautiously. Such sounds often heighten the mood in poetry, creating a sense of mystery or menace.
1.
Identify a phrase in the passage that exemplifies sibilance.
[2 marks]2.
Explain briefly how sibilance can influence the mood in poetry.
[2 marks]3.
Correct the following statement: 'Sibilance is the use of words that start with vowels to create a soothing effect.'
Aa) Sibilance is the use of consonant sounds that hiss.
Bb) Sibilance involves words with soft consonant sounds.
Cc) Sibilance is the use of words that end with 's'.
Dd) Sibilance is the use of repeated vowels.
4.
Describe how alliteration differs from sibilance.
[2 marks]5.
Provide an example of a sentence using sibilance to create a tense atmosphere.
[2 marks]6.
Identify the error in this statement: 'Sibilance is only used in poetry and has no place in prose.'
[2 marks]7.
Explain the effect of sibilance in creating tension within a text.
[2 marks]8.
Select the correct statement regarding sibilance:
Aa) Sibilance is characterised by the repetition of 's' and 'sh' sounds.
Bb) Sibilance always creates a calming effect.
Cc) Sibilance involves loud, explosive sounds.
Dd) Sibilance is only found in classical poetry.
9.
Create a short paragraph using sibilance effectively to evoke a mysterious atmosphere. Use at least five words with 's' or 'sh' sounds.
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