FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE REVIEW

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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 a Metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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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'. Example: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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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 hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is Alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. Example: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.'

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What is Allusion?

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An allusion is a brief reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance. Example: 'He’s a real Romeo with the ladies.'

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What does it mean to analyze figurative language?

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Analyzing figurative language involves examining how authors use figures of speech to convey deeper meanings, create imagery, or evoke emotions.

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How does personification enhance writing?

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Personification enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and allowing readers to connect emotionally with non-human elements.

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What is the effect of using hyperbole in writing?

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Hyperbole creates emphasis and can add humor or drama to a statement, making it more memorable.

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Why are similes effective in poetry?

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Similes are effective in poetry because they create vivid imagery and help readers visualize comparisons in a relatable way.