The Veldt Figurative Language

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating one is the other.

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Example of personification in 'The Veldt'.

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The house fed, clothed, and rocked them to sleep.

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Example of simile in 'The Veldt'.

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That sun. He could feel it on his neck, still, like a hot paw.

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What does it mean when the nursery is described as 'as empty as a jungle glade at hot high noon'?

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It suggests that the nursery felt abandoned, similar to how a jungle would feel deserted in extreme heat.

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What does the phrase 'the house did everything for the family' imply?

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It implies that the house was overly nurturing and took on roles that typically belong to family members.

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What does Lydia's dependence on the house signify?

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It signifies a loss of emotional independence and reliance on technology for comfort.

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What is the effect of figurative language in literature?

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It enhances the reader's understanding and emotional connection to the text.

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How does figurative language contribute to the theme of 'The Veldt'?

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It highlights the relationship between technology and human emotions, showcasing dependency and alienation.