Stylistic Devices

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language refers to the use of words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes various devices such as metaphors, similes, personification, and hyperbole.

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Define personification.

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts, allowing them to perform actions or exhibit traits typical of humans.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect or to make a point rather than to elicit an answer. It is often used in persuasive writing or speech.

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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 unrelated things by stating that one is the other, highlighting similarities between them.

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What is the purpose of using stylistic devices in writing?

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Stylistic devices enhance the expressiveness of writing, create imagery, evoke emotions, and engage readers by adding depth and meaning to the text.

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Give an example of a simile.

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Her smile was like sunshine'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse'.

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Explain the difference between a metaphor and a simile.

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The main difference is that a metaphor makes a direct comparison between two things without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a series of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis. For example, 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore'.

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Define imagery in literature.

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Imagery refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid mental pictures for the reader. It can involve visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, and gustatory elements.