FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE FLASHCARD 5TH GRADE

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes various techniques such as similes, metaphors, and onomatopoeia.

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What is an onomatopoeia?

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An onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound that it describes, such as 'buzz', 'hiss', or 'clang'.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia in a sentence.

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The timer buzzed after twenty minutes.

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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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Provide an example of a simile.

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Today was like my birthday, Christmas, and the Fourth of July all rolled into one.

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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 unrelated things by stating that one is the other.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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His room is a disaster area.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth, creativity, and vivid imagery, making it more engaging and expressive.

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How does figurative language differ from literal language?

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Figurative language conveys meanings that are not literally true, while literal language means exactly what it says.

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What is hyperbole?

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