Metaphor, Simile, Onomatopoeia, and Personification

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What is a metaphor?

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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 figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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A word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz' or 'sizzle'.

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What is personification?

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Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

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Example of a metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' What does it mean?

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It means that time steals moments from our lives.

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Example of a simile: 'Her smile was like sunshine.' What does it mean?

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It means her smile was warm and bright, making others feel happy.

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Identify the onomatopoeia in this sentence: 'The bees buzzed around the garden.'

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'Buzzed' is the onomatopoeia.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in a more relatable way.

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Identify the simile: 'He runs like the wind.' What does it imply?

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It implies that he runs very fast.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor does not use 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while a simile does.