Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a form of expression that uses words or phrases in a way that deviates from their literal interpretation to convey complex meanings, emotions, or imagery.

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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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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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An example of onomatopoeia is the word 'boom,' which imitates the sound of an explosion.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

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Define metaphor.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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'.

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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, evoke emotions, and enhance the reader's understanding and engagement with the text.

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Identify an example of personification in literature.

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An example of personification in literature is in the phrase 'the wind whispered through the trees,' where the wind is given the human ability to whisper.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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The difference between a metaphor and a simile is that a metaphor makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as,' while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.

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Provide an example of hyperbole in everyday language.

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An example of hyperbole in everyday language is saying 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse,' which exaggerates the speaker's hunger.