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 personification?

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Personification is a type of figurative language where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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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.

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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 alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and helps create a mental picture.

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What is symbolism?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, giving deeper meaning to a text.

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What is the theme of a poem?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the poet wants to convey through the poem.

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What does it mean to 'hold fast to dreams'?

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To 'hold fast to dreams' means to keep your dreams alive and not give up on them.