Pecos Bill

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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 does the phrase 'as tough as a pine knot' illustrate?

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It illustrates a simile, comparing toughness to a pine knot.

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How did Pecos Bill solve the drought in the story?

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He wrung the water out of the cyclone.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes.

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What does the term 'kerplop' represent in the context of the story?

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'Kerplop' is an example of onomatopoeia, representing the sound of falling.

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What was the main problem faced by Pecos Bill in the story?

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The main problem was the drought in the southwest.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the summary of the story's whole point or the central message.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'wrung the water out of the cyclone'?

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This phrase uses hyperbole, an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally.

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Why is understanding figurative language important in literature?

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Understanding figurative language enhances comprehension of themes, emotions, and character motivations.