Figurative Language Carousel

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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"Life is a highway; I want to ride it all night long."

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Provide an example of hyperbole.

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"I've told you a million times."

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What is onomatopoeia?

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A word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes.

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Provide an example of onomatopoeia.

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"Rice Krispies snap, crackle, and pop!"

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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"She floated in like a cloud."

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in a more imaginative way.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.