Figures of speech are literary devices used to convey meaning in a creative and expressive way. They add depth and richness to writing and often evoke emotions or create vivid imagery. Let's check your understanding of a couple of common figures of speech.
1. What figure of speech is being used in the following sentence? "He was a tall as a tree."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
2. Identify the figure of speech in this sentence: "The waves danced and kissed the sandy shore."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
3. Which figure of speech is being used in this sentence: "Her smile is like sunshine."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
4. What figure of speech is being used in the sentence: "The stars winked at me from the sky."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
5. Identify the figure of speech in this sentence: "Her laughter filled the room like music."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
Answers:
1. a) Simile
2. c) Personification
3. a) Simile
4. c) Personification
5. b) Metaphor
Figures of Speech Quick Check
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