Figurative Language

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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, 'I had a ton of chores!' means there were many chores, not literally a ton.

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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 flowers were begging me to water them' gives flowers human-like qualities.

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What is a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison by saying that one thing is another. For example, 'The stars were diamonds in the nighttime sky' suggests that the stars are bright and sparkling.

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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 the sun'.

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What does it mean when we say 'The camera loves me!'?

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This is an example of personification, meaning that photos of the person are always really good.

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What is the purpose of Figurative Language?

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Figurative language is used to create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways, making writing more interesting.

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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!' which exaggerates hunger.

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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', comparing his speed to the wind.

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What is an example of a Metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'Time is a thief', suggesting that time steals moments from our lives.

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What is the difference between a Simile and a Metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.