Figurative Language

Front

What is figurative language?

Back

Figurative language is a way of using words to create a special meaning or effect, often by comparing things or describing them in a creative way.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, suggesting a similarity between them. Example: 'His heart was a block of ice.'

Front

What is alliteration?

Back

Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial sound in a series of words. Example: 'Lucky Lady with lots of ladybugs.'

Front

What is personification?

Back

Personification is giving human qualities or characteristics to non-human things. Example: 'The cup danced joyfully across the table.'

Front

What is onomatopoeia?

Back

Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents. Example: 'She was humming a song.'

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as.' Example: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

Front

What is the purpose of figurative language?

Back

The purpose of figurative language is to create vivid imagery, express emotions, and convey meanings in a more engaging way.

Front

Can you give an example of alliteration?

Back

Sure! An example of alliteration is 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

Front

What does it mean to use personification in writing?

Back

Using personification in writing means giving human traits to animals, objects, or ideas to make them more relatable.