DAY 3: Directions: Underline the words that produce the same consonant or vowel sound. Then write Assonance or Consonance. 1. The fat, black cat came last in the race. Assonance 2. My ruthless boss assumed that I was careless. Consonance 3. Something was gripping my new clothing. Consonance 4. My dad was determined to do the dishes. 5. The grapes on the plate were premium grade. Assonance 6. The state of her room was proof that her mood was too gloomy. Assonance
Answer (1)
In this exercise, you're asked to identify either assonance or consonance in given sentences. Both are literary devices that enhance the musical quality of language and often appear in poetry and prose.
The fat, black cat came last in the race.
Assonance is identified: You see repetition of the short 'a' vowel sound in "fat," "black," "cat," and "last."
My ruthless boss assumed that I was careless.
Consonance is identified: The 's' sound is repeated in "ruthless," "boss," "assumed," "was," and "careless."
Something was gripping my new clothing.
Consonance is identified: The 'ng' sound is repeated in "something," "gripping," and "clothing."
My dad was determined to do the dishes.
In this sentence, the repetition of the initial 'd' might suggest consonance, noticeable in "dad," "determined," and "do the dishes."
The grapes on the plate were premium grade.
Assonance is identified: The long 'a' vowel sound is consistent in "grapes," "plate," and "grade."
The state of her room was proof that her mood was too gloomy.
Assonance is identified: The 'oo' sound is repeated in "room," "proof," "mood," and "gloomy."
Definitions:
Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds within words in proximity.
Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds, particularly at the end of words or within words, in close proximity.
Understanding these concepts helps to appreciate the rhythm and sound qualities in language. They are tools writers use to emphasize ideas, create mood, and aural beauty.
