Figurative Language

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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 saying one is the other.

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What does the metaphor 'Todd is a walking dictionary' mean?

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Todd knows the meaning of many words.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals or objects.

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What does the phrase 'It's raining cats and dogs' mean?

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The sky is pouring down rain.

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What is a hyperbole?

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A hyperbole is an exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.

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What does the term 'The car seat is a fluffy cloud' mean?

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The car seat is very comfortable to sit in.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that sounds like what it describes.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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Words like 'buzz', 'bang', and 'sizzle' are examples of onomatopoeia.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language is used to create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways.

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What is an example of a simile?

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A simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as', such as 'as brave as a lion'.