Figures Of Speech Flashcards
What is a figure of speech?
A figure of speech describes something in a way that is not literal. The meaning is not exactly what is written.
How many types of figures of speech are there?
5: simile, metaphor, personification, oxymoron and hyperbole.
What is a simile?
A simile compares two different things using the words like or as
What is a metaphor?
It compares two different things without using the words like or as.
What is personification?
Personification means to make something seem like it is a person.
What is an oxymoron?
It is where two opposite words are joined together to create a unique effect. It adds interest to writing because it is both true and false at the same time.
What is hyperbole?
It is a figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasis, effect or impact. It is not meant to be interpreted literally.
Give an example of a simile.
Blind as a bat.
Eats like a pig.
Give an example of a metaphor.
He is a night owl.
He is a cheetah on the field.
Give an example of personification.
The plants begged for water.
Give an example of an oxymoron.
He was sadly happy.
A small crowd gathered.
Give an example of hyperbole.
- The pancakes he made for breakfast were stacked up a mile high.
- Mum told me a million times to stop that.
