Examine the use of literary devices and deliberate word play in literary texts, including poetry, to shape meaning

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Examine the use of literary devices and deliberate word play in literary texts, including poetry, to shape meaning.

Code

AC9E4LE04

Year level

Year 4

Subject

English

Strand

Literature

Sub-strand

Examining literature

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We are learning to examine the use of literary devices and deliberate word play in literary texts, including poetry, to shape meaning.

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Examine the use of literary devices and   word play in literary texts, including poetry, to shape meaning.

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