Figurative Language

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'turning up your eyes' means to show disapproval.

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What is repetition in language?

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Repetition is the use of the same word or phrase multiple times to emphasize a point or idea. For example, 'Wait, stop, stop, stop!' uses repetition to stress urgency.

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What does it mean to wrap up a story?

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To 'wrap up' a story means to conclude or finish it. This is an idiomatic expression.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'My heart is pounding' gives a human action to the heart.

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What is a proverb?

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A proverb is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice. For example, 'The early bird gets the worm' suggests that those who act early will succeed.

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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 saying one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief' suggests that time steals moments from our lives.

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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. For example, 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore' uses alliteration with the 's' sound.

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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'. For example, 'as brave as a lion' compares bravery to a lion.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. For example, 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse' is a hyperbole.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing. Examples include 'buzz', 'bang', and 'sizzle'.