1. Figurative Langauge and Poetry
Shakespeare is as cool as a cucumber.

2. Figurative Language
the use of words in imaginative ways to express ideas that are not literally true.

3. Different types
similie- a comparison between two unlike things using the words "like" or "as."
metaphor- an implied comparison between two things that are unrelated but share some common characteristics.

4. personification- gives human qualities to an animal, object, or idea.
Alliteration- the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

5. hyperbole- an exaggeration.
onomatopoeia- imitates the natural sounds of something.
imagery- descriptive language use to recreate sensory experience.

6. Examples
Simile
Metaphor
Hyperbole
Onomatopoeia
Personification

7. Let's Review
Can we pretend that airplanes in the night sky are like shooting stars?
You know I'd walk 1,000 miles if I could just see you tonight.
Knock, knock, knock on the door
Time grabs you by the wrist and directs you where to go.
My heart's a stereo, it beats for you so listen close.