Figurative Language- Personification, Simile and Metaphor

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation, often to create vivid imagery or convey complex ideas.

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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' to highlight a similarity.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device that attributes human characteristics or qualities to non-human entities or inanimate objects.

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Identify the figurative language: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Personification.

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Identify the figurative language: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile.

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Identify the figurative language: 'Time is a thief.'

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Metaphor.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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The purpose of using figurative language is to create imagery, evoke emotions, and enhance the reader's understanding and engagement with the text.

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How does a simile differ from a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Life is a rollercoaster of emotions.'