Figurative Language Review

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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. It includes various techniques such as similes, metaphors, personification, and more.

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What is sensory imagery?

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Sensory imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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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 similarities.

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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 rhyme?

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Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounding words, typically at the end of lines in poetry, which creates a musical quality.

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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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How does figurative language enhance writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth, emotion, and vivid imagery, making the text more engaging and relatable to readers.

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What is the effect of using sensory imagery in writing?

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Using sensory imagery in writing helps to evoke emotions and create a more immersive experience for the reader by appealing to their senses.

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Can you give an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is the purpose of alliteration in poetry?

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The purpose of alliteration in poetry is to create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.