Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a special effect or meaning, often by comparing things or describing them in a non-literal way.

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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, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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

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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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Give an example of a simile.

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"Her smile is like the sun." This means her smile is bright and warm.

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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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Give an example of personification.

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"The wind whispered through the trees." This means the wind is described as if it can whisper.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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Words like 'buzz', 'bang', and 'sizzle' are examples of onomatopoeia.

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What does it mean when someone says 'Jenna is a blooming flower'?

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It means Jenna is growing up and developing into a beautiful person.