Onomatopeia

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What is onomatopoeia?

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A literary device in which a word imitates the sound it names.

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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Buzz, hiss, roar, splash.

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What does the word 'splash' represent?

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The sound made when something hits the water.

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What is the purpose of onomatopoeia in writing?

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To create a vivid image and enhance the reader's experience by mimicking sounds.

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What is a sound word?

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Another term for onomatopoeia.

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What onomatopoeia would you use for a loud explosion?

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Blast!

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What onomatopoeia describes a car moving quickly?

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Zoomed.

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What is the opposite of onomatopoeia?

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There isn't a direct opposite, but it could be considered as abstract words that do not represent sounds.

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What is an action word?

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A word that describes what someone or something does; not specifically related to sound.

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What is a descriptive word?

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A word that describes a noun, giving more detail about it.