Figurative Language

What is a metaphor?

• A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one thing is another.

• A type of simile that uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two things.

• A rhetorical device that exaggerates for emphasis or effect.

• A statement that contradicts itself but reveals a truth.

What is hyperbole?

• A statement that is meant to be taken literally.

• An exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

• A type of metaphor that compares two unlike things.

• A rhetorical question that does not require an answer.

What is the difference between literal and figurative language?

• Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and exaggerations to convey meanings beyond the literal.

• Literal language is used in poetry, while figurative language is used in prose.

• Figurative language is always more complex than literal language, making it harder to understand.

• Literal language is often poetic, while figurative language is straightforward.

How can onomatopoeia enhance storytelling?

• By creating a more immersive experience by mimicking real sounds, helping readers to visualize and hear the action.

• By providing detailed descriptions of characters and settings.

• By simplifying complex narratives into easy-to-understand language.

• By using metaphors and similes to create vivid imagery.

What is onomatopoeia?

• A word that describes a color

• A word that phonetically imitates a sound

• A word that describes a feeling

• A word that is used to create a metaphor

Can you give an example of hyperbole in everyday language?

• I’ve told you a million times!

• It's raining cats and dogs.

• I could sleep for a year.

• He runs faster than the wind.

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 contradicts itself for effect.

• A rhetorical question that does not require an answer.

What is an example of a metaphor in literature?

• Shakespeare's phrase, 'All the world's a stage,' comparing life to a theatrical performance.

• The phrase 'Time is a thief,' suggesting that time steals moments from our lives.

• The saying 'He has a heart of stone,' indicating someone is emotionally cold.

• The expression 'The classroom was a zoo,' describing a chaotic learning environment.

What effect does personification have in writing?

• It simplifies complex ideas for the reader.

• It adds depth and relatability to descriptions, making them more engaging and vivid for the reader.

• It creates a formal tone that is less relatable.

• It focuses solely on factual information without emotional appeal.

What is personification?

• A figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

• A type of metaphor that compares two unlike things directly.

• A literary device that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• A technique used to create vivid imagery through detailed descriptions.