Poetry

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language refers to the use of words or expressions that deviate from their literal meaning to convey complex ideas, emotions, or imagery. It includes devices like metaphors, similes, and personification.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting that one thing is another.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is a literary device where the same consonant sound is repeated at the beginning of closely placed words, creating rhythm and emphasis.

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What is a rhyme scheme?

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A rhyme scheme is the ordered pattern of rhymes at the ends of lines in a poem, often described using letters to represent sounds.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or abstract concepts.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, often culturally specific.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?

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Figurative language enhances the emotional impact, imagery, and depth of meaning in poetry, allowing readers to connect with the text on a deeper level.

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Can you give an example of a metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'Time is a thief,' suggesting that time steals moments from our lives.