A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it does not literally apply is called:a.hyperboleb.personificationc.similed.metaphor

What is a hyperbole?*1 pointA coming of age storyThe formation of a word from a sound associated with what is namedA figure of speech that is an intentional exaggerationThe substitution of the name of an attribute for that of the thing meant

Select the correct answer.Which type of figurative language is used in the following sentence?The photographers circled her like vultures above a tottering lion cub. A. personification B. metaphor C. simile D. hyperbole E. comparison

What is Metaphor

Which is the best definition of metaphor?A.An unusual use of conventional grammatical structureB.A reference to a famous literary story or eventC.An exaggeration of something that actually happenedD.A comparison of things usually thought to be different

Question 2 of 10Read this sentence:With this unprovoked attack upon our country, the enemy must realize he has awoken a sleeping giant and will regret the day he threatened the resolve of those who live in freedom!What type of figurative language is used in this passage?A.SimileB.HyperboleC.ToneD.MetaphorSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS