Figurative Language, Mood/Tone, Fiction Genres

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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, 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Give an example of a simile.

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'His room looked as if a hurricane came through.'

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What is science fiction?

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Science fiction is a genre of fiction that often involves futuristic concepts such as advanced science, technology, space exploration, time travel, and extraterrestrial life.

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What is realistic fiction?

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Realistic fiction is a genre of literature that tells a story about characters and events that could happen in real life, even though the characters may be fictional.

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What tone is represented in the passage: 'Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!'?

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The tone is excited.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a common phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, such as 'kick the bucket' meaning 'to die'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect, such as 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is the difference between mood and tone?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere of a piece of writing, while tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject.