Figurative Language- What do we know already?

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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. Example: 'I'm so tired I could sleep for a year.'

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What is a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating that one thing is another. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is Alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words. Example: 'She sells seashells by the seashore.'

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What is Personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is Simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as.' Example: 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes. Example: 'buzz,' 'hiss,' or 'clang.'

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What is the purpose of Figurative Language?

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Figurative language is used to create vivid imagery, express ideas in creative ways, and convey emotions more effectively.

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What is the difference between a Simile and a Metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor states that one thing is another without using those words.

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What is an example of Hyperbole?

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An example of hyperbole is: 'I've told you a million times!'

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What is an example of Personification?

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An example of personification is: 'The flowers danced in the wind.'