Figurative Language

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a comparison of two unlike things that have something in common, using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of sounds at the beginning of words. For example, 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers'.

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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’m so hungry I could eat a horse'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a comparison of two unlike things that have something in common, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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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 wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents. For example, 'buzz', 'bang', 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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Can you give an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is 'Her smile was like sunshine'.

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Can you give an example of a metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'The classroom was a zoo'.

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What is the effect of using hyperbole in writing?

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Hyperbole creates emphasis and can add humor or drama to a statement.