Hyperbole, Onomatopoeia, Alliteration, and Personification

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"

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What is onomatopoeia?

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A word that imitates the sound it represents.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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"Buzz" (like a bee) or "Splash" (like water).

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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Give an example of alliteration.

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"Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."

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What is personification?

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Giving human qualities to non-living things.

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Give an example of personification.

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"The wind whispered through the trees."

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis or a dramatic effect.

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How does onomatopoeia enhance writing?

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It makes descriptions more vivid and engaging by mimicking sounds.