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 meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It often involves comparisons, exaggerations, or symbolic meanings.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a type of figurative language that gives human qualities or characteristics to non-human objects or animals.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'meow', or 'splat'.

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What is an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms, such as 'bittersweet' or 'deafening silence'.

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What is an analogy?

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An analogy is a comparison between two things that are alike in some way, often used to explain a concept or idea.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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The purpose of figurative language is to create vivid imagery, express emotions, and convey meanings in a more impactful way.

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Can you give an example of personification?

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An example of personification is: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'