What is a simile?
Ms. Anderson's Major Poetic Devices

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'You are as skinny as a rail.'
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What is a metaphor?
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'War is a game of checkers.'
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What does symbolism mean in poetry?
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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities. It involves using an object or action to represent something beyond its literal meaning.
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What is hyperbole?
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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I have a million papers to grade.'
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What is an allusion?
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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or literary work that the reader is expected to recognize.
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How does a simile differ from a metaphor?
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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.
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Can you give an example of symbolism in literature?
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An example of symbolism is the use of a dove to represent peace.
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