Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes various techniques such as similes, metaphors, personification, and hyperbole.

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Define simile.

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight a similarity.

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Define metaphor.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Define hyperbole.

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

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude or feelings towards the subject matter and the audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels while reading.

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Example of a simile.

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"Her smile was like the sun, bright and warm."

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Example of a metaphor.

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"Time is a thief that steals our moments."

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Example of personification.

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"The wind whispered through the trees."