Literary Devices

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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. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally. For example, 'My backpack weighs a ton!'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.'

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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, 'Her smile is like sunshine.'

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What is the purpose of literary devices?

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Literary devices enhance writing by adding depth, meaning, and creativity, helping readers to visualize and connect with the text.

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What is an example of a metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'The world is a stage.' This suggests that life is like a performance.

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What is an example of hyperbole?

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An example of hyperbole is 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse!' This is an exaggeration to emphasize hunger.

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What is an example of personification?

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An example of personification is 'The wind whispered through the trees.' This gives the wind human-like qualities.

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What is an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is 'He runs like the wind.' This compares his running speed to the wind.

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How does a metaphor differ from a simile?

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A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, while a simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.