Figurative Language & Poetry

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used in poetry to create rhythm and musicality.

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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, suggesting that one thing is another.

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a direct or indirect reference to a person, place, event, or literary work that is not elaborated on, relying on the audience's familiarity with it.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human things or abstract concepts.

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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 sensory language?

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Sensory language uses descriptive details that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid imagery in writing.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of figurative language in poetry?

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Figurative language enhances the meaning, creates imagery, and evokes emotions, making the poem more engaging and impactful.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates visual representations in the reader's mind, appealing to the senses.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.