Exploring Figurative Language and Tone

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes techniques like similes, metaphors, and personification.

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Define imagery in literature.

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes, hear sounds, or feel emotions.

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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'.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief' is a metaphor that suggests time steals moments from our lives.

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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Identify the four types of imagery.

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The four types of imagery are visual (sight), auditory (sound), tactile (touch), and olfactory (smell).

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What is the purpose of sensory language?

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Sensory language enhances writing by creating vivid images and evoking emotions, allowing readers to experience the text more fully.

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How does imagery contribute to character development?

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Imagery helps to convey a character's emotions and experiences, allowing readers to connect with them on a deeper level.

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What is the difference between literal and figurative language?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and exaggerations to convey meanings beyond the literal.

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Explain the term 'personification'.

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human things or abstract ideas.