Raven - Figurative Language

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art. It is used to create a connection or add meaning.

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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 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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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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What is 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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Identify an example of allusion in literature.

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An example of allusion is the phrase 'Is there balm in Gilead?' which refers to a biblical place known for healing.

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Identify an example of metaphor in literature.

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An example of metaphor is 'His soul in that one word he did outpour,' comparing the expression of his soul to a physical outpouring.

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Identify an example of personification in literature.

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An example of personification is 'the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain,' giving curtains human-like qualities.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?

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Figurative language enhances the meaning, creates imagery, and evokes emotions in the reader.

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How does allusion enhance a poem's meaning?

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Allusion adds depth and context by connecting the poem to broader themes or historical events.