Figurative Language Flashcard

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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'. For example, 'Her beauty shines like the sun.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'He is a pig!'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The rain danced on the roof.'

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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. For example, 'Buttered bacon biscuits.'

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing. Examples include 'buzz', 'hiss', and 'bang'.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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The purpose of figurative language is to create vivid imagery and express ideas in a more creative and impactful way.

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Can you give an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is 'My love is like a red rose.'

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Can you give an example of a metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'Time is a thief.'

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Can you give an example of personification?

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An example of personification is 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Can you give an example of alliteration?

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An example of alliteration is 'Silly snakes slither silently.'