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, hyperboles, and personification.

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Define hyperbole and provide an example.

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement 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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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'. Example: 'Her smile was like the sun.'

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Explain the concept of onomatopoeia with an example.

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes. Example: 'buzz', 'hiss', or 'bang'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Identify the difference between hyperbole and understatement.

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement used for emphasis, while understatement is a figure of speech that intentionally makes a situation seem less important than it is.

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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 vivid imagery, convey emotions, and enhance the reader's understanding and engagement with the text.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating one is the other. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is the role of imagery in figurative language?

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Imagery involves using descriptive language to create mental images for the reader, enhancing their experience and understanding of the text.

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How can context affect the interpretation of figurative language?

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Context can influence how figurative language is understood, as the surrounding text and the situation can provide clues to the intended meaning.