Narrative #2
What is Figurative Language? Simile Metaphor Definition: language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation Personification Onomatopoeia Hyperbole Alliteration
Figurative Language Definitions Simile- a comparison using “like” or “as Metaphor- a comparison not using “like’ or “as” Hyperbole- an exaggeration Personification- when a thing, an idea or an animal is given human attributes Onomatopoeia- a word, which imitates the natural sounds of a thing Alliteration- repetition of consonant sounds
Figurative Language Matching Sally sells seashells by the seashore. He was so hungry, he ate that whole cornfield for lunch, stalks and all. He was as busy as a bee snap crackle pop My teddy bear gave me a hug. You are what you eat. Simile Metaphor Personification Hyperbole Onomatopoeia Alliteration
What is Imagery?
Imagery examples -He fumed and charged like an angry bull. -He fell down like an old tree falling down in a storm. -The F-16 swooped down like an eagle after its prey.