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So far, we have learned about five different types of figurative language: simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification, and idioms.

List one example for each type. Use the template below to answer. (20 points)
1. Simile -
2. Metaphor -
3. Hyperbole -
4. Personification -
5. Idiom -

So far, we have learned about five different types of figurative language: simile-example-1
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Answer:

1: Simile: The boy was curious like a monkey.

- Her eyes glittered like diamond in sunlight.

- Her words were as sharp as arrows piercing through their target.

2: Metaphor: She cried a river of tears

-This novel is a bottomless pit of a sorrow and despair

- The good news was a light in the dark.

-Kelly's tears were waterfall running down her cheeks when she broke her arm.

3. Hyperbole. I have a million things to do today.

4. Personification: The stuffed bear smiled as the little boy hugged him close (Giving something human character )

5: Idiom: Tina realized that she would need to hit the road soon if she wanted to arrive on time. ( Idiom " hit the road " in this sentence meaning that Tina needs to start driving. )

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I hope it help .

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