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 special effect or meaning, often by comparing things or describing them in imaginative ways.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What does 'the night sky was a loom threaded with darkness' mean?

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This metaphor suggests that the night sky is intricately woven with darkness, creating a vivid image of the night.

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What does 'Kathy arrived at the grocery store with an army of children' imply?

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This metaphor implies that Kathy brought a large number of children with her to the grocery store.

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What does 'my friend has a heart of gold' mean?

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This metaphor means that my friend is very kind and generous.

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What does 'each blade of grass was a tiny sword pointed firmly at our bare feet' suggest?

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This metaphor suggests that the grass felt sharp and uncomfortable against their bare feet.

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What does 'the girl stood out like a sore thumb' mean?

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This simile means that the girl was very noticeable or different from the group of boys.