Hyperbole / Onomatopoeia Flashcard

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents, like 'buzz' or 'vroom'.

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Give an example of Onomatopoeia.

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An example of Onomatopoeia is 'bang'.

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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.

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Give an example of Hyperbole.

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An example of Hyperbole is 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What does the word 'vroom' represent?

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'Vroom' represents the sound of a revving engine.

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What does the phrase 'his brain is the size of a pea' imply?

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It implies that he is not very smart.

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What does the phrase 'the garden had a million flowers' mean?

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It means there were lots of flowers in the garden.

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What is the purpose of using Onomatopoeia in writing?

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To create a vivid image and enhance the reader's experience by mimicking sounds.

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What is an example of a sentence using Onomatopoeia?

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The clock went tick-tock.

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What is the difference between Hyperbole and Onomatopoeia?

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Hyperbole is an exaggeration for effect, while Onomatopoeia is a word that sounds like what it describes.