Practising using figurative language
I can practise using figurative language in different sentence types.
Practising using figurative language
I can practise using figurative language in different sentence types.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A simile describes something by comparing it to something else to make the description more vivid.
- Personification gives human characteristics to something non-human.
- Using a variety of sentence types in descriptive writing engages the reader.
Common misconception
More figurative language in descriptive writing is always better.
Overuse of personification, similes or other figurative devices can overwhelm the reader or dilute the impact of the description.
Keywords
Figurative language - the use of simile and personification to paint vivid pictures for the reader
Simile - a linguistic device that compares two things using 'like' or 'as', highlighting similarities to create vivid imagery
Personification - a linguistic device that gives human characteristics to non-human objects to create vivid imagery
Compare - to note what is the same and what is different
Licence
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snow-capped peaks and glistening slopes
whispers of wind among the icy cliffs
scent of pine and crisp, fresh snow
cold, pure mountain air on the tongue