Figurative Language

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6th Grade
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define personification and provide an example.
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is onomatopoeia?
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Onomatopoeia is a figure of speech in which a word imitates the natural sound of a thing. It creates a sound effect that mimics the thing described. Example: 'buzz', 'clang', 'sizzle'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Explain the concept of a metaphor with an example.
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one thing is another. Example: 'Time is a thief.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is alliteration?
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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. It is often used in poetry and prose to create rhythm and musicality. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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: 'He is as busy as a bee.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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, express complex ideas, evoke emotions, and enhance the reader's experience.
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