Figurative Language-Simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification

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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'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally. For example, 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse!'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It makes writing more interesting.

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Identify the figurative language: 'The stars danced in the sky.'

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This is an example of personification.

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Identify the figurative language: 'He is as brave as a lion.'

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This is an example of a simile.

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Identify the figurative language: 'I have a million things to do today.'

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This is an example of hyperbole.

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Identify the figurative language: 'Time is a thief.'

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This is an example of a metaphor.

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What does it mean to use figurative language in writing?

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Using figurative language in writing makes it more vivid and helps convey emotions and ideas more effectively.