Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes techniques like similes, metaphors, and personification.

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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, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is an idiom?

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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.

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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, 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore'.

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What does 'hold fast to dreams' mean?

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'Hold fast to dreams' means to keep your dreams and aspirations close and not give up on them.

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What is the theme of a poem?

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The theme of a poem is the underlying message or main idea that the poet wants to convey.

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How can metaphors enhance poetry?

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Metaphors enhance poetry by creating vivid imagery and deeper meanings, allowing readers to connect emotionally with the text.

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What is the effect of using figurative language in writing?

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Using figurative language in writing makes it more engaging and helps convey complex ideas in a relatable way.