Figurative Language in Poetry

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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 enhances writing by adding depth and creativity.

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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 a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares one thing to another for rhetorical effect, stating that one thing is another.

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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 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 onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound that it describes.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words or phrases.

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How does figurative language enhance poetry?

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Figurative language enhances poetry by creating vivid imagery, evoking emotions, and allowing deeper interpretations of the text.

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What is the effect of using similes in poetry?

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Similes create vivid comparisons that help readers visualize and relate to the emotions or themes being expressed.

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What does the phrase 'Nothing gold can stay' suggest?

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It suggests a sense of melancholy and sadness, reflecting on the transient nature of beauty and youth.