Figures of Speech

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This figure of speech gives human characteristics to non-human entities.

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personification

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This figure of speech uses exaggeration to make its point.

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hyperbole

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"The rich fields were the farmer’s treasure." is an example of...

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metaphor

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Which statement is a personification? Options: The leaves whisper their secrets to one another., The sun is a ball of fire., His lips were as white as vinegar when he broke her mom’s favorite vase., The baby is as meek as a lamb.

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The leaves whisper their secrets to one another.

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"The fat comedian is as plump as a pillow." is what figure of speech?

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simile

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Identify the literary device: "Oh, fantastic! I just spilled coffee all over my new white shirt," she said sarcastically.

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verbal irony

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Why do literary writers use figurative language?

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To make their writing interesting and visual, or to emphasize an idea and make a point.

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"My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."

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She gets really angry.

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"The camera loves me!"

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Photos of me are always really good.

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The sun stretched its golden arms across the land.

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personification