Which literacy device is defined as repetition of initial consonant sounds?

• A. Onomatopoeia
• B. Metaphor
• C. Hyperbole
• D. Alliteration

Answer: (D)

Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds in nearby words. This repetition creates a musical or rhythmic effect and can make phrases more memorable or emphasize particular ideas. For example, in a line like “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers,” the repeated 'p' sound at the start of several words shows alliteration.

This definition fits the term described in the question. Other options describe different devices: onomatopoeia imitates sounds (like buzz or bang), metaphor makes a direct comparison without using like or as, and hyperbole is an extreme exaggeration. Alliteration focuses specifically on the sound pattern at the beginnings of words.