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A ______ is a figurative comparison with the use of 'as' and 'like'.
A ______ is a figurative comparison with the use of 'as' and 'like'.
simile
A ______ is a figure comparison without the use of 'as' and 'like'.
A ______ is a figure comparison without the use of 'as' and 'like'.
metaphor
An extended metaphor that uses a story and symbolisms is called an ______.
An extended metaphor that uses a story and symbolisms is called an ______.
allegory
______ is a figure representation of one thing for another, closely associated with it.
______ is a figure representation of one thing for another, closely associated with it.
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Using the word 'sails' to refer to a ship is an example of ______.
Using the word 'sails' to refer to a ship is an example of ______.
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A direct address to an inanimate object or an idea is known as an ______.
A direct address to an inanimate object or an idea is known as an ______.
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A figurative reference to biblical or literary figures is called an ______.
A figurative reference to biblical or literary figures is called an ______.
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An arrangement of words in ascending order of importance is known as ______.
An arrangement of words in ascending order of importance is known as ______.
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An oxymoron places two contradictory terms side by side, such as 'bitter ______'.
An oxymoron places two contradictory terms side by side, such as 'bitter ______'.
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A phrase like 'jumbo ______' is an example of an oxymoron.
A phrase like 'jumbo ______' is an example of an oxymoron.
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An antithesis is a figure of speech that involves placing two contrasting ______ together.
An antithesis is a figure of speech that involves placing two contrasting ______ together.
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The phrase 'to err is human, to forgive is the ______ describes a contrast between human flaws and nobility.
The phrase 'to err is human, to forgive is the ______ describes a contrast between human flaws and nobility.
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A ______ is a statement that appears to contradict itself but reveals a truth.
A ______ is a statement that appears to contradict itself but reveals a truth.
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Irony often involves a contrast between expectations and actual ______.
Irony often involves a contrast between expectations and actual ______.
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Examples of antithesis include phrases like 'war is ______' and 'freedom is slavery.'
Examples of antithesis include phrases like 'war is ______' and 'freedom is slavery.'
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The statement 'youth and age are like light and ______' illustrates an antithesis.
The statement 'youth and age are like light and ______' illustrates an antithesis.
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Study Notes
Figurative Language
- Utilizes connotative meanings to create artistic or literary effects, enhancing imagery and emotional resonance.
- Non-literal communication that allows for complex ideas and vivid descriptions.
Figures of Contrast
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Oxymoron: Combines contradictory terms for effect, creating paradoxical phrases.
- Examples: "bittersweet," "deafening silence," "jumbo shrimp."
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Antithesis: Pairs contrasting ideas or thoughts in the same sentence or clause for emphasis.
- Examples: "To be or not to be," "War is peace," "Youth and age are like light and darkness."
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Paradox: A self-contradictory statement that can be logically proven true, provoking deeper thought.
- Example: "You can save money by spending it."
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Irony: A contrast between expectation and reality, often used for humor or critical commentary.
- Examples: A policeman being robbed, "A man who sells umbrellas caught in the rain."
Figures of Comparison
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Simile: A comparison using "like" or "as."
- Example: "Life is like a game."
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Metaphor: A direct comparison without "like" or "as."
- Example: "Life is a game."
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Allegory: An extended metaphor that conveys deeper meanings through storytelling and symbolism.
- Example: "Allegory of the Cave."
Figures of Representation or Reference
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Metonymy: Substitutes a word for something closely related.
- Example: "People pay taxes to the crown."
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Synecdoche: Uses a part to represent a whole or vice versa.
- Examples: "Sails" for a ship, "All hands on deck" for crew members.
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Apostrophe: Directly addresses an absent or abstract concept, personifying non-human elements.
- Examples: "Speak to me, O moon," "Mirror, mirror, on the wall."
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Allusion: References to well-known figures or events from various domains (biblical, mythological, literary).
- Example: "Her smile is kryptonite to me."
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Personification: Attributing human qualities to inanimate objects or abstract ideas.
- Example: "Money talks."
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Transferred Epithet: Assigning an adjective that applies to one thing to another related object.
- Example: "Wonderful day."
Figures of Order
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Climax: Organizes words or ideas in ascending order of importance.
- Example: "We came, we sang, we fell in love."
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Anticlimax: Arranges ideas in descending order of importance.
- Example: "In elementary, she graduated as valedictorian, in high school salutatorian, and in college cum laude."
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Anastrophe: Involves the transposition of words within a sentence, altering standard word order.
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Description
Explore the nuances of figurative language through various figures of contrast and comparison. This quiz delves into oxymorons, antithesis, paradoxes, and irony, enhancing your understanding of non-literal communication and its emotional impact. Test your knowledge and appreciation of artistic expression in literature.
