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Match each term to its definition:
Match each term to its definition:
Simile = c. Comparing using like or as Hyperbole = b. Exaggeration Alliteration = d. Repeating consonant sounds Metaphor = f. Comparing without using like or as Personification = e. Giving human traits to non-human things Onomatopoeia = a. Words that sound like their meaning Oxymoron = g. Contradictory term
The phrase 'The cruel wind tore off the roof of the house' is an example of:
The phrase 'The cruel wind tore off the roof of the house' is an example of:
A metaphor compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.
A metaphor compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.
False
What is hyperbole?
What is hyperbole?
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The words 'bang' and 'whoosh' are examples of ______.
The words 'bang' and 'whoosh' are examples of ______.
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The phrase 'I called my grandmom a hundred times yesterday' is an example of:
The phrase 'I called my grandmom a hundred times yesterday' is an example of:
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Authors only write to entertain.
Authors only write to entertain.
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What does the "A" in AEC stand for?
What does the "A" in AEC stand for?
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What does the "E" in AEC stand for?
What does the "E" in AEC stand for?
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What does the "C" in AEC stand for?
What does the "C" in AEC stand for?
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Study Notes
Figurative Language
- Simile: Comparing using "like" or "as"
- Hyperbole: Exaggeration
- Alliteration: Repeating consonant sounds
- Metaphor: Comparing without using like or as; giving human traits to non-humans
- Personification: Giving human traits to non-human things
- Onomatopoeia: Words that sound like their meaning
- Oxymoron: Contradictory term
Figurative Language Examples
- Simile: "The snake slowly, silently, slithered towards it's prey" - Example of a simile because it uses the word "slowly"
- Metaphor: "Her hair is like gold" - Example of a metaphor because it compares hair to gold, not literally.
- Alliteration: "bang, boom, whoosh" - Example of alliteration (repeated consonant sounds)
- Personification: "The cruel wind tore off the roof of the house" - Example of personification because the wind is given human-like action
- Hyperbole: "I called my grandmom a hundred times yesterday" - Example of hyperbole because calling someone a hundred times is an exaggeration.
- Oxymoron: "bitter-sweet" - Example of oxymoron, a contradictory term.
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Test your knowledge of figurative language with this quiz that covers similes, metaphors, alliteration, and more. Each question will challenge you to identify and understand different examples of figurative language. Perfect for students looking to enhance their literary skills!
