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A figure of speech is a word or phrase that has a meaning other than the literal meaning. It can be a metaphor or simile that's designed to further explain a concept. Or it can be the repetition of alliteration or exaggeration of hyperbole to give further emphasis or effect. There are many different types of figures of speech in the English language. We will give you examples of some of the most commonly used types here.
<span>Examples of Figures of Speech
</span><span>She sells seashells</span>
Answer:
oh the house is on fire!!!
Answer:
A) No Change
Explanation:
When the demolition team sent the wrecking ball sailing into the old stadium, a massive boom reverberated out to the city.
Boom - is an onomatopoeia of what crashing would sound like
Explosion - not an onomatopoeia
Thwack- an onomatopoeia, but more off a slapping noise than a crash.
So A would be the answer.
<span>Which details does the author use in "August Heat" to develop the theme that extreme weather conditions influence human behavior?
</span><span>But the heat is stifling. It is enough to send a man mad. - This was a line written by Withencroft as he wrote down the events of the day.</span>
