Figurative Language- 7th Grade

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What is an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction, such as 'jumbo shrimp.'

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Define alliteration.

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, often used in poetry and prose.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, such as 'A thunderstorm brewed in his eyes.'

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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,' such as 'Jane's pimple was as big as a mountain.'

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Identify an example of alliteration from literature.

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An example of alliteration is 'Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary' from Edgar Allan Poe’s 'The Raven.'

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What is the purpose of figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery, expressing emotions, and conveying complex ideas in a relatable way.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, while a simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images for the reader.