Figurative Language

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What is Alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis. Example: 'Happy Harry handles handsprings horribly.'

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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. Example: 'The west wind dances down the road.'

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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 by stating that one is the other. Example: 'The snowmobile was a rocket in the newly fallen snow.'

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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.' Example: 'The ice in the arena was as smooth as glass.'

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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, often used for emphasis or effect.

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What is an Oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms. Example: 'deafening silence.'

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What is the purpose of Figurative Language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth, creativity, and vivid imagery, allowing readers to connect emotionally with the text.

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How does Alliteration affect writing?

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Alliteration can create a musical quality in writing, making it more engaging and memorable for the reader.

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What effect does Personification have in literature?

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Personification helps readers relate to non-human elements by giving them human traits, making descriptions more vivid and relatable.

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How can Metaphors enhance understanding?

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Metaphors can simplify complex ideas by relating them to familiar concepts, making them easier to understand.