Figurative Language

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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The purpose of figurative language is to create vivid imagery, express complex ideas, and evoke emotions in the reader.

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Can you give an example of alliteration?

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An example of alliteration is 'She sells seashells by the seashore'.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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The difference is that a metaphor makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is an example of personification in literature?

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An example of personification is 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is imagery in figurative language?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images for the reader.