Figurative Language

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

• A type of metaphor that does not use 'like' or 'as'.

• A phrase that describes something in a literal sense.

• A rhetorical question that does not require an answer.

What is a metaphor?

• A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two things without using 'like' or 'as'.

• A type of simile that uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison.

• A rhetorical device that exaggerates for emphasis.

• A statement that contradicts itself.

What is an idiom?

• A phrase that has a meaning different from its literal meaning.

• A type of metaphor that compares two unlike things.

• A grammatical structure used in formal writing.

• A word or phrase that describes a sound.

Can you give an example of a metaphor?

• The classroom was a zoo.

• Time is a thief.

• He has a heart of stone.

• She is the light of my life.

What is the role of hyperbole in storytelling?

• Hyperbole adds humor or emphasis to a story, making situations more dramatic or entertaining.

• Hyperbole is used to provide factual information and clarity in storytelling.

• Hyperbole serves to confuse the audience and create ambiguity.

• Hyperbole is a technique to summarize the story in a concise manner.

What is hyperbole?

• A type of metaphor that compares two unlike things

• An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally

• A literary device that uses personification

• A form of irony that expresses the opposite of what is meant

What is the purpose of figurative language?

• To create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways, making writing more engaging.

• To provide a literal description of events and characters.

• To simplify complex ideas into straightforward statements.

• To adhere strictly to grammatical rules and conventions.

How does figurative language enhance writing?

• By making the text longer and more complex.

• By adding depth, emotion, and creativity, helping readers visualize and connect with the text.

• By using simple and straightforward language.

• By eliminating the need for interpretation and analysis.

What does personification mean?

• A figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

• A type of metaphor that compares two unlike things.

• A literary device that uses exaggeration for emphasis.

• A technique that involves the repetition of consonant sounds.

What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

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

• A simile is a type of metaphor that uses exaggeration.

• A metaphor is a figure of speech that always uses 'like' or 'as'.

• Similes and metaphors are the same and can be used interchangeably.