Figurative Language Review

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What is figurative language?

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Language in which figures of speech freely occur; it creates comparisons by linking the senses and concrete ideas.

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What is an allusion?

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A reference to another work of literature, person, or event.

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What does denotation mean?

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The dictionary definition of a word.

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech in which an object or animal is given human feelings, thoughts, actions, or attitudes.

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What is understatement in figurative language?

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A figure of speech that intentionally makes a situation seem less important than it is.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is symbolism?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.