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Understanding figurative Language. Writing or speaking that is not meant to be interpreted literally. Simile. A simile uses like or as to compare two apparently unlike items. Longfellow uses a simile in “The Village Blacksmith” when he says, “his brawny arms/ Are strong as iron bands. =.
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Understanding figurative Language Writing or speaking that is not meant to be interpreted literally.
Simile • A simile uses like or as to compare two apparently unlike items. • Longfellow uses a simile in “The Village Blacksmith” when he says, “his brawny arms/ Are strong as iron bands =
metaphor • Compares one thing to another without using like or as. Madgett uses a metaphor in “Life” when she says “Life is but a toy.” Life =
Extended Metaphor • An extended metaphor is a metaphor that continues past a phrase or sentence. The poem “Fog” develops an extended metaphor.
Pesonification • Personification uses language that gives human traits to an animal, object, or idea. In the poem “Loo Wit,” a volcano is personified as a woman.
Using Your Senses • You can experience a poem more fully using your senses. Use your imagination to put yourself in the scene, and think what you can taste, touch, see, smell, and hear.
