Figures of Speech: Hyperbole and Personification
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What is the primary purpose of using hyperbole in poetry?

  • To invoke a serious tone
  • To present factual information
  • To enhance dramatic or humorous effect (correct)
  • To create a confusing narrative

Which line exemplifies the use of hyperbole?

  • The sun rose in the morning
  • His mouth could drink the entire river (correct)
  • The tree swayed in the breeze
  • The dog barked loudly

What is personification used for in poetry?

  • To create abstract concepts
  • To give human-like qualities to non-human entities (correct)
  • To describe physical actions literally
  • To convey historical events

In 'The Walrus and the Carpenter,' how does Lewis Carroll personify the sun?

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What humorous line does Shel Silverstein use in 'Shoe Talk'?

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What does the phrase 'I'll love you till China and Africa meet' best illustrate in terms of figures of speech?

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Which of the following images represents personification in the content?

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What does the speaker imply about time in the line 'You cannot conquer time'?

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In the context of 'The Rainstorm's Dance', what is the primary effect of the similes used?

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Which line in the content suggests a theme of love amidst difficulties?

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Which element in the poem evokes sound through imagery?

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What concept is illustrated by the phrase 'And the crack in the tea-cup opens a lane to the land of the dead'?

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What is the primary purpose of using onomatopoeic words in poetry?

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Which statement best defines anaphora?

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What type of irony is present when the audience knows something that the characters do not?

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Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

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How is assonance primarily defined?

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What triggers situational irony in a poem?

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What is hyperbole commonly used for in writing?

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Which figure of speech focuses solely on vowel sounds, unlike alliteration which focuses on consonants?

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What effect does irony create in poetry?

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Which of these is NOT a purpose of using assonance in writing?

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Flashcards

Hyperbole Definition

Exaggeration used for emphasis or effect. It's not meant to be taken literally.

Hyperbole Example

"I'm bigger than the entire earth." This statement is obviously not true but uses exaggeration to emphasize size.

Figurative Language

Language that creates a vivid image or effect that is not meant to be taken literally, but to evoke meaning in different ways.

Personification in Poetry

Giving human qualities to non-human things like objects, animals, or natural forces.

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Imagery in Poetry

Using vivid descriptions evoking sensory details (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell) to create a strong sense of atmosphere or feeling.

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Figurative Language in Poetry

Using words not in a literal way, to create a strong effect in poetry.

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The Rainstorm's Dance

A poem describing the imagery and sounds of a rainstorm, using a figure of speech to paint a picture of the storm.

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What is hyperbole?

A figure of speech where exaggeration is used for emphasis or humor. It's not meant to be taken literally.

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Personification

Giving human-like qualities or actions to non-human things, like animals, objects, or abstract concepts.

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Personification Example

A poem where a shoe describes its feelings and thoughts as though it were a person.

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Why use personification?

It can add humor, make an object relatable, or create a vivid image.

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Anaphora

The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences for emphasis and rhythm.

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Apostrophe

A figure of speech directly addressing an absent person, object, or abstract concept.

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Verbal Irony

Using words to convey a meaning opposite to their literal meaning.

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Situational Irony

A twist of fate where the outcome is contrary to what was expected.

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Dramatic Irony

The audience knows something the characters don't, creating tension and anticipation.

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Assonance

The repetition of similar vowel sounds in closely placed words, creating a musical effect.

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What is Assonance used for?

Assonance is used to create rhythm, emphasis, vividness, and a specific tone or meaning in writing.

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Hyperbole

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or humor.

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What is Hyperbole used for?

Hyperbole is used to amplify, emphasize, or make a topic more interesting.

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Onomatopoeia

Words that imitate the sounds they represent.

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Study Notes

Figures of Speech

  • Hyperbole: A figure of speech that exaggerates to create emphasis, humor, or effect. Not meant to be taken literally. Examples include "bigger than the entire earth," "more powerful than the sea," and descriptions of food portions as ridiculous sizes.

Types of Hyperbole

  • Food Hyperbole: Describes absurdly large quantities of food. Examples: "a mountain of baby carrots," "a turkey the size of a cow," and "a river full of gravy."

  • Animal/Nature Hyperbole: Describes animals and nature with exaggerated qualities. Examples: "His bark breaks the sound barrier," "A wag of his tail causes hurricanes," "My tongue is a piece of sandpaper."

  • General Hyperbole: Exaggerates general attributes or actions. Examples: "I’m bigger than the entire earth," "I control each person with my hand," and "His nose is as cold as an ice box."

Personification

  • Human-like Qualities to Non-humans: Gives human qualities to non-human things (animals, objects, natural phenomena). Examples: "The sun was shining...He did his very best..."; "The moon was shining sulkily..."; "My shoe has a tongue and an inner soul."

Anaphora

  • Repetitive Beginning: The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive phrases, clauses, or lines to create a sonic effect e.g., "Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama..." in Dr. King's speech.

Apostrophe

  • Direct Address: A figure of speech in which a speaker directly addresses an absent person or an inanimate object as if it were present and capable of responding e.g., "O Freedom, how we cherish thee!"

Irony

  • Unexpected Contrast: A figure of speech in which words or events have meanings that are the opposite of their literal meanings. It creates a feeling of surprise and humor or tension depending on the overall meaning and context.

  • Three Types:

  • Verbal Irony: Words expressing a meaning contrary to the literal interpretation.

  • Situational Irony: An unexpected twist that subverts anticipated outcomes.

  • Dramatic Irony: The audience possesses knowledge the characters lack.

Assonance

  • Similar Vowel Sounds: A figure of speech using words with similar vowel sounds to create a rhyme-like effect without rhyming. Not alliteration (similar consonant sounds), instead similar vowel sounds creating a musicality.

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Explore the fascinating world of figures of speech with a focus on hyperbole and personification. This quiz covers various types of hyperbole, including food, animal, and general hyperbole, as well as the concept of attributing human-like qualities to non-human entities. Test your understanding and enhance your literary skills!

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