Literary Vocabulary

Key literary terms and vocabulary for 11+ comprehension and writing.

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12 Literary Devices Every 11+ Student Should Know

A complete guide to the literary devices tested in 11+ exams, from simile and metaphor to pathetic fallacy and foreshadowing. Definitions, examples, and when to use each one.

12 min readIntermediate

Understanding Narrative Voice and Perspective for the 11+

A clear guide to first person, third person limited, and third person omniscient narration with children's book examples, advantages and risks for the 11+, and a perspective-switching exercise.

9 min readIntermediate

Tone and Mood Vocabulary for 11+ English

A mood vocabulary bank organised by feeling, with definitions, example sentences, related words, and a passage analysis exercise for 11+ comprehension and creative writing.

10 min readIntermediate

Figurative vs Literal Language: What 11+ Students Need to Know

A clear explanation of figurative and literal language with Year 5/6 examples, five common figurative types, same-idea comparisons, and a sorting exercise.

9 min readIntermediate to Advanced

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