Grammar/ Figurative Language Check

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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'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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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'. Example: 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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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. Example: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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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. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is the difference between 'to', 'too', and 'two'?

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'To' is a preposition, 'too' means 'also' or 'excessively', and 'two' is the number 2.

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When do we use 'to' in a sentence?

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'To' is used to indicate direction, place, or position, and is often used before a verb to form the infinitive.

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When do we use 'too' in a sentence?

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'Too' is used to indicate excessiveness or to mean 'also'. Example: 'I am too tired to go out.'

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When do we use 'two' in a sentence?

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'Two' is used to refer to the number 2. Example: 'I have two apples.'

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What is the purpose of using one word per line in poetry?

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Using one word per line can create emphasis, rhythm, and visual impact, often reflecting the flow of ideas or emotions.

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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.