Literal And Figurative Language Flashcards
1
Q
What is figurative language?
A
Figurative language is language that makes use of imagery to carry its meaning across. It often makes use of mental comparisons to show its meaning.
2
Q
What do we need to remember when discussing imagery?
A
State which figure of speech is being used
State which two are being compared
State the common qualities of the things being compared
State what aspect of the object is the writer highlighting or emphasising
3
Q
What is literal language?
A
It is language where words have the same meaning as they do in the dictionary. The words do not have any hidden meanings.
