Figurative Language and Literary Devices

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What is anaphora?

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Anaphora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive sentences or clauses.

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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An example of hyperbole is: 'I could sleep forever!'.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words in a unique way to create meaning, often adding creativity to writing.

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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 'like' or 'as', e.g., 'Her face gleamed and was radiant like the sun.'

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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.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, e.g., 'buzz', 'whisper', 'bang'.

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What is 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', e.g., 'Time is a thief.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where 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 not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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The purpose of figurative language is to enhance writing by adding creativity, depth, and clarity to ideas.