Imagery Flashcard

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and helps readers visualize scenes, sounds, smells, tastes, and feelings.

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What senses can imagery appeal to?

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Imagery can appeal to all five senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

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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 a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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How does imagery enhance writing?

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Imagery enhances writing by creating vivid pictures in the reader's mind, making the text more engaging and easier to understand.

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What is the purpose of figurative language in writing?

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The purpose of figurative language is to create imagery, express ideas in creative ways, and evoke emotions.

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What is the difference between literal and figurative language?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and exaggerations to convey meanings beyond the literal.

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Can imagery be used in poetry?

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Yes, imagery is commonly used in poetry to create vivid and emotional experiences for the reader.