Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes various techniques such as similes, metaphors, and idioms to create more vivid imagery and convey deeper meanings.

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Define hyperbole.

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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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' to highlight similarities.

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Define metaphor.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Define idiom.

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, often culturally specific.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes, such as 'buzz', 'crash', or 'sizzle'.

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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'I could sleep for a thousand years.' This is an exaggerated statement that emphasizes extreme tiredness.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was as bright as the sun.' This compares her smile to the brightness of the sun using 'as'.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two things, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.