Figurative Language

What is a metaphorical expression?

• A phrase that conveys a meaning through metaphor, such as 'He has a heart of stone'.

• A literal statement that describes something directly.

• A type of simile that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

• An expression that has no meaning and is used for humor.

What is the purpose of figurative language?

• To create imagery, express ideas in creative ways, and evoke emotions in the reader.

• To provide factual information in a straightforward manner.

• To simplify complex ideas into basic terms.

• To confuse the reader with ambiguous meanings.

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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

• A statement that exaggerates for emphasis.

• A rhetorical question that does not require an answer.

What is a visual metaphor?

• A metaphor expressed through visual images.

• A type of metaphor that uses only words.

• A metaphor that describes physical objects.

• A metaphor that is only used in literature.

What is a metaphor?

• A figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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

• A statement that is literally true and does not involve comparison.

• A rhetorical question that does not require an answer.

What is personification?

• 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 alliteration?

• The repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

• A poetic device that involves the use of rhyme.

• The use of metaphors to create vivid imagery.

• A technique that involves the repetition of vowel sounds.

What is a cliche?

• An original idea that is unique and fresh.

• An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality.

• A new trend that is gaining popularity.

• A type of literary device used in poetry.

What is onomatopoeia?

• A word that imitates the sound it represents

• A type of figurative language

• A literary device that involves exaggeration

• A word that describes a feeling

What is an idiom?

• A phrase that has a literal meaning only.

• A type of poetry that uses metaphors.

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

• A grammatical rule in a language.