Define the following types of figurative language and literary devices.

Question

1. Simile -

2. Metaphor -

3. Personification -

4. Onomatopoeia -

5. Hyperbole -

6. Imagery -

7. Symbolism -

8. Tone -

Answer 1

1. Simile - a comparison between two things using "like" or "as"
2. Metaphor - a comparison between two things that are not literally alike, without using "like" or "as"
3. Personification - giving human-like qualities to non-human objects or concepts
4. Onomatopoeia - words that imitate a sound, often used to create a sound effect or to enhance the overall tone
5. Hyperbole - an extreme exaggeration used for emphasis or humor
6. Imagery - descriptive language that creates a mental picture of something, usually to convey an emotion or theme
7. Symbolism - the use of objects, actions or ideas to represent something beyond their literal meaning
8. Tone - the attitude or feeling conveyed by the author towards the subject matter, often conveyed through word choice and syntax