4.2.1 - Figurative Language in Poetry: Advanced Study
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Practice Questions
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What is a metaphor? Provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think about comparisons that don’t use 'like' or 'as.'
Define personification and give an example.
💡 Hint: Look for examples in nature.
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What is a metaphor?
💡 Hint: It’s a core figure of speech distinct from a simile.
True or False: A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons.
💡 Hint: Recall the signals used in defining this figure.
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Choose a well-known poem and identify examples of at least two forms of figurative language. Discuss how they contribute to the poem's overall message.
💡 Hint: Consider how both devices enhance the narrative and emotional impact.
Write a short poem using at least three different types of figurative language. Explain why you chose those specific figures.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the figures can express your feelings more vividly.
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