Figurative Language Review

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Purpose of Figurative Language?

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To add emphasis or effect to words, making them more interesting.

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Definition of Personification

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Giving human qualities to something non-human.

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Example of a simile:

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“Like a curious child…”

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The boy was a giant to the other runners.

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The boy was taller than the other runners.

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Figurative Language: 'They are as different as night and day.'

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Simile

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Definition of a Metaphor

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A direct comparison between unlike things without 'like' or 'as.'

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Definition of a simile

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A comparison between unlike things using 'like' or 'as.'

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"The other cars crawled over the highway like ants on an anthill." What does this image tell the reader about the highway?

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The highway is very busy.

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Identify the metaphor:

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“The pencil in his hand was his trusty companion…”

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Example of personification:

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The necklace spoke of elegance when I put it around my neck.