Figurative Language in Harrison Bergeron

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes similes, metaphors, personification, and more.

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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'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting they are the same in a significant way.

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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.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound that it describes.

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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 does the character Harrison symbolize in 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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Harrison symbolizes rebellion against oppressive societal norms and the fight for individuality.

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Give an example of a simile from 'Harrison Bergeron'.

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'His thoughts fled in panic, like bandits from a burglar alarm.'

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Identify an example of onomatopoeia from 'Harrison Bergeron'.

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The word 'smashed' in 'Harrison smashed his headphones' can be considered onomatopoeia.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in literature?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery, expressing complex ideas, and evoking emotions.