Figurative Language

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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, and idioms.

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Define simile and provide an example.

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Her smile was like the sun shining on a clear day.'

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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. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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Explain the term 'idiom' with an example.

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. Example: 'Kick the bucket' means to die.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a literary device where a word imitates the natural sound associated with it. Examples include 'buzz', 'bang', and 'sizzle'.

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How does personification work in literature?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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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. Example: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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Define alliteration and provide an example.

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery, expressing emotions, and adding depth to the text, making it more engaging for the reader.

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Explain the difference between literal and figurative language.

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and exaggerations to convey meanings beyond the literal interpretation.