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question 12 of 21
read the following sentence.
sure, coin collecting may seem like a solitary pursuit, but just remember: cool cats collect coins.
what is the purpose of the alliteration in this sentence?
a. to repeat key terms, such as \coins\ and \collect\
b. to emphasize the solitude of coin collecting
c. to compare two unlike things: cats and collectors
d. to create a slogan that’s catchy and memorable

Explanation:

Alliteration (the repeated "c" sound in "Cool cats collect coins") is a literary device used to make phrases rhythmic, catchy, and easy to remember. Option A is incorrect because alliteration is about sound repetition, not just term repetition. Option B is wrong as the phrase contradicts the idea of solitude. Option C is incorrect because the phrase is not a comparison (simile/metaphor) but a playful, rhythmic line.

Answer:

D. To create a slogan that's catchy and memorable