5 Questions
Which figure of speech involves attributing human-like qualities to non-human entities?
Personification
What is the term for a statement that conveys a meaning that is opposite of its literal meaning?
Irony
Which figure of speech compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'?
Metaphor
What is the term for a figure of speech that is used to emphasize a point or create a strong impression?
Hyperbole
Which figure of speech involves saying the opposite of what is meant, often to be humorous or sarcastic?
Irony
Study Notes
Figures of Speech
- Personification involves attributing human-like qualities to non-human entities.
- Irony is a statement that conveys a meaning that is opposite of its literal meaning.
- Metaphor compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
- Hyperbole is a figure of speech used to emphasize a point or create a strong impression.
- Sarcasm involves saying the opposite of what is meant, often to be humorous or sarcastic.
Test your understanding of figures of speech that show contrast, such as irony, metaphor, and personification. Identify the terms that convey opposite meanings, compare unlike things, and emphasize a point.
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