JSS3: ENGLISH LANGUAGE - 1ST TERM
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Comprehension A
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Comprehension B
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Vocabulary Development A
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Vocabulary Development B
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Grammatical Accuracy
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Spoken English
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JSS3: English Language – 1st Term Examination | Literature
Literature: Figures of Speech
Topic Content:
- Definition of Figure of Speech
- Types of Figures of Speech
- Simile, Metaphor, Alliteration, Assonance, Rhythm,
Hyperbole, Onomatopoeia, Personification
- Simile, Metaphor, Alliteration, Assonance, Rhythm,
What is a Figure of Speech?
A figure of speech is a word or group of words used to give particular emphasis to an idea. The writer uses a figure of speech deliberately to change the literal sense of the word.
Figures of speech create images or mental pictures in the reader’s mind.
Types of Figures of Speech:
The following are examples of figures of speech.
1. Simile:
A simile compares two things that have certain qualities in common by using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
- Mary is as beautiful as an angel.
- The girl is as cunning as a fox.
2. Metaphor:
This is a direct comparison of two things without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
- Mary is an Angel.
- The girl is a fox.
3. Alliteration:
This is the repetition of consonant sounds, in two or more words on the same line.
Examples:
- The love of money makes many mad /m/ alliterates.
- Keep the kettle in the kitchen /k/ alliterates.
4. Assonance:
This is the repetition of vowel sounds in two or more words in the same line.
Examples:
- Eat the meat and beans with a smile.
- Fill this pit.
5. Rhythm:
This is a regular repeated pattern of sounds. A song-like effect is usually achieved through a good rhythmic pattern. Rhythmic pattern refers to the alternation of a strong and soft or weak syllable.
6. Hyperbole:
Hyperbole is the use of exaggeration to create a strong impression but is not meant to be taken literally or on the surface value.
Example:
- I will never leave my wife in a million years.
- I am so hungry I could eat a cow.
7. Onomatopoeia:
These are words that imitate the sounds they represent.
Examples:
- The flapping of the wrapper
- The mewing of the cat
8. Personification:
This is the art of giving a human attribute or characteristic to something that is not human.
Examples:
- The sun winked at me
- The cloud is pregnant
Evaluation:
Give two examples each of the following: simile, metaphor, alliteration, hyperbole and personification.
Reading Assignment:
- New Concept English Book 3 Page 162 – 163 by F. Ademola et al.
- Exam Focus on Literature Page 12 by J.O.J. Nwachukwu Agbeda.
Weekend Assignment:
- Create a short poem of your choice
- Analyse the poem with the use of figures of speech