Long Way Down: Figurative Language

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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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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid mental pictures for the reader.

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What are the different types of imagery?

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The different types of imagery include visual (sight), auditory (sound), olfactory (smell), gustatory (taste), and tactile (touch).

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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 alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words or phrases.

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How does personification enhance a narrative?

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Personification enhances a narrative by making abstract ideas more relatable and engaging, allowing readers to connect emotionally with the text.

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What effect does imagery have on a reader?

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Imagery creates a sensory experience for the reader, helping them to visualize scenes and feel emotions, thus deepening their understanding of the text.

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Can you give an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is the purpose of using alliteration in poetry?

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Alliteration is used in poetry to create rhythm, enhance mood, and make phrases more memorable.

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What is the difference between imagery and symbolism?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that evokes sensory experiences, while symbolism uses objects or actions to represent larger ideas or concepts.