Common Alliteration:
* Strange sights and sounds
* My mother's mother
* Fat father figures
* Proud prospect prospects
* Brutal boys bully
* Wretched world wandering
Less Common, but More Subtle:
* Adventurous and ambitious
* Pity possessive passion
* Gentle gentleman growing
Why Dickens Used Alliteration:
* Emphasis: It makes words stand out and adds emphasis to his descriptions.
* Rhythm: Alliteration creates a musical effect and makes the writing flow more smoothly.
* Memory: It helps readers remember phrases and characters.
How to Find More:
1. Focus on Consonants: Look for words that start with the same consonant sound, not just the same letter.
2. Pay Attention to Repetition: Alliteration is often used in descriptions, dialogue, and even character names.
3. Read Aloud: Hearing the words spoken helps you pick up on the alliteration more easily.
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