Holiday Figurative Language

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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. For example, 'tightening our belts' means to save money.

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Give an example of an idiom.

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'Over the moon' means extremely happy.

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What is allusion?

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Allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of literature. It is used to create a connection or add meaning.

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Provide an example of allusion in literature.

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Referencing 'The Grinch' in a story about Christmas is an allusion to Dr. Seuss's character.

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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 one is the other. For example, 'The Christmas tree was a lighthouse'.

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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. For example, 'Santa's sleigh slid silently'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is giving human traits or characteristics to non-human things. For example, 'The snow whispered under their boots'.

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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 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'The icicles sparkled like diamonds'.

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a mental picture. For example, 'The crackling fire filled the room with warmth'.

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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 waited a million years to open gifts'.