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 meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It often involves comparisons and imaginative descriptions.

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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 thing is another.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'whisper', or 'bang'.

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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, suggesting that it passes quickly and we lose opportunities.

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Example of personification: 'The wind whispered through the trees.' What does it mean?

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It means that the wind is described as if it can whisper, creating a gentle and calming image.

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

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It means that her smile is bright and cheerful, similar to the warmth and brightness of sunshine.

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Example of onomatopoeia: 'The clock ticked loudly.' What does it mean?

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It means that the sound of the clock ticking is emphasized, creating a sense of time passing.

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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 emotions, and convey deeper meanings in writing.