Author's craft

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What is a hyperbole?

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A hyperbole is a phrase that exaggerates for emphasis or effect.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is when someone compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does 'Author's Purpose' mean?

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Author's Purpose refers to the reason why an author wrote a text, often summarized as PIE: Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

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What is the main text structure used in a sequence?

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A sequence structure presents information in a specific order, often showing steps or stages.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor compares two unlike things directly, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make the comparison.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid images and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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What is personification?

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Personification is giving human-like qualities to animals or inanimate objects.

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What is the theme of a text?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the author wants to convey.