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AP English Literature and Composition Flashcards: Distinguish Literal Figurative Meaning Short Fiction

Study Distinguish Literal Figurative Meaning Short Fiction in AP English Literature and Composition with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Identify whether the meaning is literal or figurative: "I have a ton of homework."

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ANSWER

Figurative. "Ton" exaggerates amount, not literal weight.

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AP English Literature and Composition: Short Fiction

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In a story about an artist facing rejection, the narrator writes, "The email began with 'Unfortunately,' and my hope crumpled like foil, still shiny but ruined." How does the bolded language connect literal detail to figurative meaning? (Assume the rejection is disappointing but the narrator remains somewhat resilient.)
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