6th Grade - Figurative Language Review

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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'.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying 'Squidward was mean-tempered and rude to Spongebob.'

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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, such as in 'I like popcorn, peanuts, and Pepsi when I watch movies.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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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, such as 'The cat is out of the bag.'

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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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' or 'sizzle'.

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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 and express ideas in a more impactful way.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells the audience what the character is like, while indirect characterization shows the character's traits through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.