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Which figure of speech involves the use of a term connected with an object to represent that object?
Which figure of speech involves the use of a term connected with an object to represent that object?
- Paradox
- Metonymy (correct)
- Simile
- Oxymoron
What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?
What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?
- A simile uses like or as, while a metaphor does not
- A simile compares two similar things, while a metaphor compares two different things
- A simile is a type of metaphor
- A simile compares two things directly, while a metaphor implies the comparison (correct)
Which figure of speech involves putting side by side two normally contradictory words?
Which figure of speech involves putting side by side two normally contradictory words?
- Metaphor
- Oxymoron (correct)
- Hyperbole
- Simile
What does personification involve?
What does personification involve?
What is the purpose of hyperbole in language?
What is the purpose of hyperbole in language?
Flashcards
Metonymy definition
Metonymy definition
Using a term associated with an object to represent the object itself.
Simile vs. Metaphor
Simile vs. Metaphor
Simile directly compares, metaphor implies comparison.
Oxymoron definition
Oxymoron definition
Contradictory words side-by-side.
Personification definition
Personification definition
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Hyperbole purpose
Hyperbole purpose
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Study Notes
Figures of Speech
- Metonymy: Involves the use of a term connected with an object to represent that object.
Simile and Metaphor
- Simile: A comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as" to make the comparison.
- Metaphor: A comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as".
Oxymoron
- Oxymoron: A figure of speech that involves putting side by side two normally contradictory words.
Personification
- Personification: Attributing human-like qualities, emotions, or characteristics to non-human entities, such as objects, animals, or abstract ideas.
Hyperbole
- Hyperbole: A figure of speech that involves an exaggeration used for emphasis or effect, often to convey strong emotions or ideas.
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