Figurative Language Review

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What is Onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a type of figurative language where words sound like their meaning, such as 'buzz', 'hiss', or 'sizzle'.

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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 the words 'like' or 'as', for example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is Imagery?

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Imagery is descriptive language that creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, appealing to the senses.

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What is Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, such as 'I've told you a million times'.

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What is Alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same sound or letter at the beginning of closely placed words, like 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers'.

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Give an example of Onomatopoeia.

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Examples of onomatopoeia include words like 'bang', 'meow', and 'woof'.

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Give an example of a Simile.

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An example of a simile is 'Her smile was like sunshine'.

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What does Imagery do in writing?

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Imagery helps to create a mental picture for the reader, making the writing more engaging.

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What is the purpose of Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is used for emphasis or to create a strong impression.

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Can you give an example of Alliteration?

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An example of alliteration is 'Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep'.