Figurative Language

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'piece of cake' means something is easy.

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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. For example, 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of literature. For example, saying someone is 'as rich as Croesus' refers to the wealthy king Croesus.

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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. For 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 without using 'like' or 'as.' For 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 'like' or 'as.' For example, 'Her smile is like sunshine.'

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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 ideas in creative ways, and convey emotions more effectively.

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Can you give an example of an idiom?

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An example of an idiom is 'kick the bucket,' which means to die.

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What does it mean when someone says 'it's raining cats and dogs'?

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It means that it is raining very heavily.

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How does hyperbole differ from a metaphor?

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Hyperbole is an exaggeration for effect, while a metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things.