Here are some common examples of figurative language and how they might be used in the story:
Simile: A comparison using "like" or "as."
* Example: "The wind howled like a banshee." (Comparing the wind's sound to a banshee's cry)
Metaphor: A direct comparison that doesn't use "like" or "as."
* Example: "The storm was a monster, tearing through the town." (Comparing the storm to a destructive monster)
Personification: Giving human qualities to inanimate objects or animals.
* Example: "The trees whispered secrets to the wind." (Giving the trees the ability to whisper)
Hyperbole: Exaggeration for emphasis.
* Example: "I was so scared, my heart was about to jump out of my chest!" (Exaggerating the feeling of fear)
Imagery: Vivid descriptions that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch).
* Example: "The air smelled like wet earth and ozone, the air heavy with the coming storm." (Describing the smell and feel of the storm)
Onomatopoeia: Words that imitate sounds.
* Example: "The tornado roared and whistled as it ripped through the town." (Using words like "roared" and "whistled" to represent the tornado's sounds)
To help you find figurative language in "The Night of the Twisters," try:
1. Read carefully: Pay attention to the language and how the author describes the characters, setting, and events.
2. Look for descriptive words: Look for words that go beyond a simple description and paint a vivid picture in your mind.
3. Identify comparisons: Look for comparisons between things, whether directly stated or implied.
4. Consider the effect: Think about how the figurative language makes you feel and what it adds to the story.
Let me know if you have any more questions or want to discuss specific passages from the book!