Figurative Language and Central Ideas Flashcard

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What is figurative language?

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I caught a fish as big as a car.'

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What is the purpose of using transitional phrases in writing?

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To help the reader understand the relationship between ideas and to guide them through the text.

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What can you infer if a place is described as 'a zoo'?

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It is chaotic and noisy.

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What is the effect of using figurative language in writing?

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It enhances the text by creating vivid imagery and emotional responses.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What does it mean to compare two central ideas?

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To examine the similarities and differences between the ideas to understand their relationships.

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Why is it important to understand central ideas in a text?

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Understanding central ideas helps readers grasp the main message and themes of the text.