Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a form of expression that uses words or phrases in a way that deviates from their literal interpretation to convey complex meanings, emotions, or imagery.

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What does 'literal language' mean?

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Literal language means using words in their most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration; it conveys exactly what is meant.

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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 that one thing is another, often used to create imagery.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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"Time is a thief" is a metaphor suggesting that time steals moments from our lives.

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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'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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"Her smile is like sunshine" is a simile comparing a smile to sunshine.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Give an example of personification.

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"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of personification.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse" is an example of hyperbole.