Figurative Language

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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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 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'She is as brave as a lion.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is giving human traits or characteristics to non-human things. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents. Example: 'buzz', 'bang', 'sizzle'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What does 'heavy as a rock' mean?

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This is a simile that compares weight, suggesting something is very heavy.

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What does 'The cup danced joyfully across the table' illustrate?

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This is an example of personification, as it gives the cup human-like qualities.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth and creativity, making it more engaging.

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Can you give an example of a simile?

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Sure! 'He runs like the wind.'

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.