Figurative Language and Poetic Devices

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What is a metaphor?

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A comparison that does not use 'like' or 'as', stating that one thing is another. Example: 'He’s a sly fox.'

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, often used for humor. Example: 'I'm so tired, I could sleep for a week!'

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What is personification?

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A type of figurative language where animals, objects, or ideas are given human qualities. Example: 'The daisies danced in the breeze.'

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What is a pun?

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A play on words that exploits multiple meanings or similar sounds for humorous effect.

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What is imagery?

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Words and phrases that appeal to the reader’s five senses, creating vivid pictures in the mind.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison between two different things using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a series of words. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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What is symbolism?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities. Example: A dove symbolizes peace.

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What is tone in poetry?

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The attitude or emotional quality of the poem, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is theme in literature?

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The central idea or underlying message of a literary work.