Although its often debated how many types of figurative language there are its safe to say there are 12 common types.

Example of paradox figurative language. A paradox may be thought of as working against common sense but seems to be true or state a truth. We can identify a simile because it uses the words like as and as in and others such as it appears in option number 1. A word or two that bounce off each other.

Find at least five examples identify the quotes in which they appear and analyze how the use of each device changes the way you. How does figurative language work in the text we are reading now. Paradox a statement that is seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet is perhaps true Example.

A simile is a figurative language or a metaphor that uses comparisons to describe an event someone a place etc. Dependant on choice either. An extended OxymoronAn Oxymoron where the opposing words or ideas DO NOT appear side by side.

Paradoxes however are entire phrases sentences or quotes. In this lesson well learn what a paradox is and what role they play in literature. In some cases we think of paradoxes as riddles or questions of logic.

The world is my oyster. Once you use the electronic template you can also make figurative language worksheet 1 on Microsoft Excel. You are my sunshine.

Regardless of his mean exterior Dr. Examples of oxymorons include bittersweet jumbo shrimp only choice and sweet sorrow. Figurative language is a way to engage your readers guiding them through your writing with a more creative tone.