Context

Figures of speech are resources that make texts more expressive. They provide a different meaning to the literal meaning of the word. They are widely used in literature, advertising, and in people's daily lives. Mastering these language resources contributes to a better interpretation of texts and to improving one's own writing.

Figures of speech are divided into figures of words, figures of thought, and figures of construction. Each, in turn, groups different types of figures of speech such as metaphor, irony, alliteration, hyperbole, among others. Knowing these figures expands our ability to perceive the different effects of meaning that words can produce.

Figures of speech are often used to create a particular effect, to draw attention, to surprise the reader or listener. It is assumed that figures of speech are important tools for the construction of a persuasive and emotional discourse, with the aim of influencing the public.

The use of figures of speech is not limited to literature. They can also be perceived in music, advertisements, and even in cartoons and memes. This resource is common in situations where language wants to stand out, have more strength, and originality. Therefore, they are widely used for humorous, ironic, and creative effects.

Knowledge of figures of speech is essential for mastering the Portuguese language, both in speech and writing. This resource allows individuals to express themselves in a richer and more creative way, as well as aiding in the comprehension and interpretation of texts.

To delve deeper into the topic, I suggest the following resources:

• Books:

  • "Figures of Speech", by Celso Pedro Luft
  • "Grammar of the Portuguese Language", by Maria Helena Mira Mateus and Ana Maria Marta de Brito Paes

• Websites:

  • Portuguese Language Portal
  • Brazil School
  • Just Portuguese

• Videos:

  • Figures of Speech - Simplify

Practical Activity

Activity Title: "Explorers of Figures of Speech"

Activity Objective

The objective of this activity is for students to delve into the study of figures of speech, identifying their applications in real examples and creating their own representations through practical group work.

Detailed Project Description

Students will be divided into groups of 3 to 5 members. Each group's task will be to explore and study a specific type of figure of speech, researching its concepts, characteristics, examples, and applications in literature, music, advertising, etc. With this research, each group should create a presentation and a practical work representing that figure of speech.

Required Materials

• Internet access
• Books
• Materials for the practical work (paper, pen, colored pencils, glue, etc.)
• Text editor or presentation software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.)

Step by Step

1. Group Formation and Distribution of Figures of Speech: Each formed group must choose one of the figures of speech provided by the teacher to work on. E.g.: metaphor, irony, alliteration, hyperbole, etc.

2. Research and Study: Students should research the chosen figure of speech, learning about its concepts, characteristics, and uses. In addition to theoretical research, they should look for examples in various sources such as books, music, advertisements, etc.

3. Presentation Development: Students should develop a presentation on the researched figure of speech, explaining its concepts, characteristics, and showing the examples found. This presentation will serve to share the learnings with the class.

4. Creation of Practical Work: Here is where students use creativity! Each group must create a practical representation of the researched figure of speech. This can be a short film, a song, a poem, a drawing, a cartoon, a meme, etc. The important thing is that the chosen figure of speech is well represented.

5. Work Presentation: Finally, each group will present to the class the practical work done, explaining how the figure of speech was represented. All students must participate in the presentation.

Project Delivery

After completing the practical activity, each group must submit a written report, following the topics below:

1. Introduction: Should contain a contextualization of the theme "Figures of Speech", the justification of its importance, the choice of the figure of speech researched by the group, and the project's objective.

2. Development: Should bring the theoretical explanation of the chosen figure of speech, describe the practical activity carried out, detail the methodology used in the activity, and finally present and discuss the results obtained.

3. Conclusion: Summarize the main points, explain the learnings obtained, the difficulties encountered during the project and how they were overcome, and finally, the conclusions drawn about the explored figure of speech and the project as a whole.

4. Bibliography: Should contain all the sources used by the group for the project's elaboration.