Figurative Language Identification

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What is onomatopoeia?

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

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Give an example of onomatopoeia.

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Examples include 'swish,' 'bang,' 'honk,' and 'zoom.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as,' such as 'as brave as a lion.'

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Give an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is 'as light as a feather.'

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What is a metaphor?

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

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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An example of a metaphor is 'the world is a stage.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas, like 'the wind whispered.'

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Give an example of personification.

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An example of personification is 'the flowers danced in the breeze.'

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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The purpose of figurative language is to create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways.

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How does onomatopoeia enhance writing?

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Onomatopoeia enhances writing by making descriptions more vivid and engaging, allowing readers to hear the sounds.