Christmas Figurative Language

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'A lighted Christmas tree is like candy for the eyes.'

Front

What is alliteration?

Back

Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. For example, 'The crackling of the fire and the creaking of the floor.'

Front

What is personification?

Back

Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The shiny, red present under the Christmas tree was taunting me.'

Front

What is onomatopoeia?

Back

Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing. For example, 'Rip! Rip!' describes the sound of tearing paper.

Front

What is an idiom?

Back

An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

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

Front

What does 'taunting' mean in the context of figurative language?

Back

In figurative language, 'taunting' means to provoke or challenge someone in a mocking way, often giving human-like qualities to inanimate objects.

Front

How does personification enhance writing?

Back

Personification enhances writing by making descriptions more vivid and relatable, allowing readers to connect emotionally with the text.

Front

Can you give an example of a simile related to Christmas?

Back

Sure! 'The snowflakes fell like tiny stars from the sky.'

Front

What is the effect of using alliteration in poetry?

Back

Alliteration creates rhythm and musicality in poetry, making it more enjoyable to read and listen to.