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, emotions, or imagery.

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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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Give an example of a metaphor.

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"Time is a thief." This metaphor suggests that time steals moments from our lives.

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What does the phrase 'You're toast!' mean?

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It means you are in trouble or facing a negative consequence.

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What is the meaning of the saying 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away'?

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It suggests that eating healthy can lead to better health and fewer doctor visits.

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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 hyperbole.

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"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse." This is an exaggerated statement to emphasize extreme hunger.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth, creativity, and emotional resonance, making it more engaging for the reader.

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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, such as 'kick the bucket' meaning 'to die'.

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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, such as 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'