what is figurative language? whenever you describe something by comparing it with something else,...
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Simile A simile uses the words “like” or
“as”to compare one object or idea
with another to suggest they are alike.
Example: busy as a bee
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Metaphor The metaphor states a fact or draws a verbal picture by the
use of comparison.A simile would say you are like something; a metaphor is more
positive - it says you are something.
Example: You are what you eat.
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Personification A figure of speech in which human characteristics are
givento an animal or an object.
Example: My teddy bear gave me a hug.
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Alliteration The repetition of the same initial letter, sound, or group of sounds
in a series of words.Alliteration includes tongue
twisters. Example: She sells seashells by
the seashore.
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Onomatopoeia A word that “sounds” like the
word it describes. Example: snap crackle pop
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Hyperbole An exaggeration that is really unbelievable. Tall tales are
hyperboles.
Example: Because I was late, I had to fly to school.
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Idioms
A common phrase that is not literal.
Example- I’m sweating bullets!
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Either work by yourself or with up to 2 other people, choose an activity from the Choice Board.
You must present to the class on _________. Your goal is to “teach” us about your
Figurative Language.
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http://languagearts.mrdonn.org/figurative.html