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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. Example: 'Fred phoned his friend last Friday.'

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What is Personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The river swallowed the earth as the water continued to rise higher and higher.'

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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: 'She floated in like a cloud.'

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes. Example: 'Rice Krispies snap, crackle, and pop!'.

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What is Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I've told you a million times.'

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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 is Figurative Language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes similes, metaphors, personification, and more.

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What is the purpose of Figurative Language?

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

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What is a Hyperbole used for?

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Hyperbole is used for emphasis or to create a strong impression, often in a humorous or dramatic way.

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What is the difference between a Simile and a Metaphor?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.