Simile, Personification or Hyperbole?

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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'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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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, 'The flowers danced in the wind'.

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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'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The stars danced in the night sky.'

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Personification.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'I have a ton of homework.'

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Hyperbole.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Life is a journey.'

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Metaphor.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make comparisons that enhance understanding.

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What is the purpose of using personification in literature?

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Personification helps to create emotional connections and make descriptions more relatable.