Figures of Speech Presentation for HS students

Figures of Speech

1. Figures of Speech NathanSumabat 2024

2. What are Figures of Speech? Definition : Figures of speech are expressive language tools that enhance writing and speaking by adding meaning and creativity. Purpose : They enhance writing, create imagery, and convey emotions.

3. Common Types of Figures of Speech Simile Metaphor Personification Hyperbole Alliteration Onomatopoeia

4. Simile Definition : A comparison between two different things using "like" or "as." Example : "Her smile was as bright as the sun.” "As brave as a lion." "Her smile was like sunshine."

5. Metaphor Definition : A direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as." Example : "Time is a thief.” "The world is a stage." "He has a heart of stone.”

6. Personification Definition : Giving human traits to non-human objects or ideas. Example : “The wind whispered through the trees." "Time waits for no one." "The sun smiled down on us."

7. Hyperbole Definition: An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Examples: "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.” "He’s older than the hills."

8. "This bag weighs a ton." "I've told you a million times." "It's raining cats and dogs."

9. Alliteration Definition: The repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. Examples: "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers." "She sells seashells by the seashore."

10. "The wild winds whipped." "Fuzzy Wuzzy was a bear." "Betty Botter bought some butter."

11. Onomatopoeia Definition : is a word that mimics the sound it describes. Example : Buzz (sound of bees) Splash (sound of something hitting water) Boom (sound of an explosion) Meow (sound a cat makes)

12. Imagery Definition : Descriptive language that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, taste, touch, smell). Example : Read a passage with vivid imagery (e.g., a poem by John Keats).

13. In the twilight’s embrace, the dusky sky unfurls, A tapestry woven with threads of gold and crimson. Beneath the arching boughs, leaves shimmer like whispers, Their edges kissed by the breath of a gentle breeze. Visual Imagery: Phrases like “dusky sky unfurls” and “tapestry woven with threads of gold and crimson” create vivid pictures in the reader's mind. Tactile Imagery : “Leaves shimmer like whispers” evokes a sense of touch, suggesting delicacy.

14. The scent of damp earth rises, rich and deep, Where dew-laden petals blush in the fading light, Each flower a chalice, brimming with twilight’s nectar, While the song of the nightingale threads through the stillness, A haunting melody, sweet as the lingering taste of summer. Olfactory Imagery : “The scent of damp earth rises, rich and deep” appeals to the sense of smell.

15. Stars begin to prick the velvet cloak above, Each one a distant lantern, glowing with ancient stories, While the moon, a silver sentinel, casts its gaze, Bathing the world in a serene, ethereal glow, As shadows dance, twirling in the cool embrace of dusk.

16. Imagery Visual Imagery : "The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink." Auditory Imagery : "The leaves rustled softly in the gentle breeze, whispering secrets to one another.”

17. Imagery Olfactory Imagery : "The sweet scent of blooming jasmine filled the air, evoking memories of summer nights." Tactile Imagery : "The rough bark of the tree scraped against her palm as she climbed higher."

18. Imagery Gustatory Imagery : "The sweet scent of blooming jasmine filled the air, evoking memories of summer nights."

19. Repetition Definition : The intentional reuse of words or phrases to emphasize a point. Anaphora : Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses. Example: “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up... I have a dream that one day...”

20. Repetition Epistrophe : Repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses. Example: “Where now? Who now? When now?” Alliteration : Repetition of the initial consonant sounds in a series of words. Example: “She sells seashells by the seashore.”

21. Repetition Assonance : Repetition of vowel sounds within nearby words. Example: “Hear the mellow wedding bells.” Chiasmus : Repetition of concepts in reverse order. Example: “Never let a Fool Kiss You or a Kiss Fool You.” Climax : Repetition that builds in intensity or importance. Example: “I came, I saw, I conquered.”

22. Apostrophe Definition: A rhetorical device where the speaker addresses someone who is not present or cannot respond, or speaks to an inanimate object or an abstract concept as if it could understand or reply. Addressing a person: Example: In Shakespeare's Julius Caesar , Mark Antony addresses the deceased Caesar: "O, pardon me, thou bleeding piece of earth.”

23. Apostrophe Addressing an inanimate object: In William Wordsworth's poem "To a Butterfly," he speaks to the butterfly: "O blithe Spirit! Bird thou never wert.” Fictional characters : In the poem "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," the speaker addresses the star: "Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are!"

24. Irony Definition: a figure of speech that conveys a meaning opposite to what is expected, often for humorous or emphatic effect Verbal Irony : When a speaker says one thing but means another, often the opposite.Example: Saying “Oh, great!” when something bad happens.

25. Irony Situational Irony : When there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually occurs. Example: A fire station burns down. Dramatic Irony : When the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating a tension between what is expected and what is true. Example: In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet , the audience knows Juliet is not really dead, but Romeo does not.

26. Irony Socratic Irony : When someone pretends to be ignorant to expose the ignorance or inconsistency of someone else. Example:A teacher asks a student leading questions while pretending to be clueless about the subject.

27. A plumber’s house has leaky pipes. Type: Situational Irony A student sarcastically says, "Just what I needed—another assignment!" after receiving extra work. Type: Verbal Irony In a play, the audience knows the character is about to make a terrible decision, but the character feels confident and secure. Type: Dramatic Irony A lawyer who defends criminals ends up being accused of a crime themselves. Type: Situational Irony A person says, "I absolutely love waiting in long lines!" with a tone that clearly indicates frustration. Type: Verbal Irony

28. Part 1: Identify the Figure of Speech Which figure of speech is used in the following sentence? "Her smile was as bright as the sun." a) Metaphor b) Simile c) Personification Identify the figure of speech: "Time is a thief." a) Metaphor b) Simile c) Personification What figure of speech is this? "The wind whispered through the trees." a) Simile b) Metaphor c) Personification

29. Which figure of speech is used here? "He runs like the wind." a) Simile b) Metaphor c) Personification Identify the figure of speech: "The classroom was a zoo." a) Metaphor b) Simile c) Personification

30. art 2: Fill in the Blank Complete the simile: "Her laughter is like _____." (Students can fill in with their own comparison.) Complete the metaphor: "The world is a _____." (Students can fill in with their own comparison.) Fill in the blank with personification: "The stars _____."

31. Part 3: Choose the Correct Answer Which sentence contains a simile? a) "Life is a journey." b) "She danced like a butterfly." c) "The moon smiled down``." Identify the metaphor: a) "He was as brave as a lion." b) "The leaves danced in the breeze." c) "Her heart is a stone."

32. Part 4: Rewrite the Sentences Rewrite this sentence using a simile: "She is very fast." Rewrite this sentence using a metaphor: "His anger was intense." Rewrite this sentence using personification: "The thunder was loud."

33. Part 5: True or False True or False: A simile compares two things using "like" or "as." True or False: Personification gives human qualities to non-human things. True or False: A metaphor states that one thing is another without using "like" or "as." Part 6: Match the Examples Match the figure of speech with the correct example: a) Simile b) Metaphor c) Personification "The clouds were angry." "She sings like a nightingale." "His words were a soothing balm." Part 7: Create Your Own Write your own simile about a rainy day. Write your own metaphor about friendship. Write your own example of personification related to nature.

34. Objective : Students will identify and create examples of onomatopoeia, alliteration, and hyperbole in everyday sounds. Sound Scavenger Hunt : Students go outside or around the classroom to listen for sounds. They note down at least five sounds they hear (e.g., chirp, crash). Create : Using their sound notes, each student writes a short descriptive paragraph or poem that includes: At least two examples of onomatopoeia. One instance of alliteration. One hyperbole. Share : Students pair up to read their paragraphs or poems aloud. Discuss : Reflect on how these devices make their writing more vivid.

35. Onomatopoeia : Buzz (from bees) Splash (from water) Crash (from a falling object) Alliteration : "Silly seagulls soaring" "Bright blue balloons" "Rustling red leaves" Hyperbole : "The thunder was so loud, it shook the whole city!" "I heard a million frogs croaking!" "The wind was howling like a thousand wolves!" Sample Paragraph : "The buzz of the bees filled the air as I walked through the garden, where silly seagulls soaring above squawked loudly. Suddenly, a splash echoed as a child jumped into the pool, creating a wave that felt like it could flood the neighborhood. The sun was shining so brightly, I thought it would melt the ground!"