Figurative Language

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What is a 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, often to highlight a particular quality or aspect.

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What does the metaphor 'Delaney is the sun in my life' imply?

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It implies that Delaney is very important and brings joy or warmth to the speaker's life.

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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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Provide an example of personification.

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

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What does the phrase 'fingers danced over the keyboard' suggest about Olivia's piano playing?

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It suggests that Olivia played the piano easily and beautifully.

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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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Provide an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is 'She is as brave as a lion,' comparing her bravery to that of a lion.

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What does the phrase 'I walked as slowly as a turtle' illustrate?

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It illustrates a simile, comparing the speaker's slow walking speed to that of a turtle.

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What is the effect of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery, evoking emotions, and making comparisons that deepen understanding.

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What does the phrase 'The dolphins danced and played in the waves' exemplify?

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It exemplifies personification, as it attributes human actions (dancing and playing) to dolphins.