Figurative Language Types (Idiom,Irony, Imagery)

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What is an idiom?
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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is irony?
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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning. For example, a pilot who is afraid of heights is an example of irony.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is imagery?
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Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a mental picture. For example, 'The warm house smelled of hot apple cider and cinnamon' uses imagery.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of an idiom.
Back
'Break a leg' is an idiom that means 'good luck'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of irony.
Back
A fire station burning down is an example of irony.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of imagery.
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'The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with shades of orange and pink' is an example of imagery.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the idiom 'piece of cake' mean?
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The idiom 'piece of cake' means something is very easy to do.
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