Better than Words: Say it With a Selfie w FIG LANG

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

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CCSS.L.11-12.5A

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What does the phrase 'a picture is worth a thousand words' imply?

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This phrase suggests that a single image can convey complex ideas or emotions more effectively than a verbal description.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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What is the main claim of 'Better Than Words: Say It with a Selfie'?

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Selfies are a positive form of self-expression.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things directly, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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What is the primary function of figurative language in literature?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing complex ideas in relatable ways.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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What is the author's purpose in discussing selfies and self-confidence?

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To inform readers about the psychological benefits of selfies.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human traits are attributed to non-human objects or abstract concepts.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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What does self-expression mean?

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Self-expression is the process of conveying one's thoughts, feelings, and individuality through various forms, such as art, writing, or selfies.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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What is the significance of selfies in modern communication?

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Selfies serve as a form of visual communication that allows individuals to express their identity and share experiences.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4