Figurative Language

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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'. For example, 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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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'. For 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 sound in a series of words. For example, 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

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Give an example of a simile.

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'The wind howled like a wolf.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'He is a shining star in the classroom.'

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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How does a simile differ from a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those 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, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The flowers danced in the wind.'

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Give an example of personification.

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'The sun smiled down on us.'

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. For example, 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'