Figurative Language

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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, 'My book bag weighed a ton!'.

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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, 'The sidewalk was as hot as a frying pan.'

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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, 'This classroom is a zoo today.'

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'It is raining cats and dogs.'

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What does 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

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It means that it is raining very heavily.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language is used to create vivid imagery, express emotions, and convey meanings in a more engaging way.

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Can hyperbole be used for humor?

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Yes, hyperbole can be used to create humor by exaggerating situations or feelings.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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'I am so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is the effect of using idioms in writing?

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Idioms can make writing more colorful and relatable, but they can also confuse readers who are not familiar with them.