Figurative Language Review

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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, create imagery, or evoke emotions.

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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, often to highlight a particular quality or characteristic.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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"The snow is a white blanket."

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What is hyperbole?

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

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Provide an example of hyperbole.

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"He thought he was going to die from embarrassment."

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities or characteristics are attributed to non-human entities or abstract concepts.

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Provide an example of personification.

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"Rita heard the last piece of pie calling her name."

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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 associated with it, often used to create a more vivid description.

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Provide examples of onomatopoeia.

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Common animal sounds such as moo, meow, and ribbit.

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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.