4.Figurative+Language

=Examples Of Literary Devices=

Hyperbole is the intentional over-exaggeration of a event or possible situation in order push forward a point or demonstrate the worst possible situation.
===="...should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offence, I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and of an act of disloyalty toward the majesty of heaven..."====

"listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts"
====Patrick Henry feels that it is foolish to listen to the cries of peace, as it was foolish for Odysseus to head towards the siren song because of her sweet voice. Patrick Henry alludes to this situation in order to end belief in the naive ideals of peace between the two nations, as it would lead to the downfall of America.====

"The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms"
====Patrick Henry uses nature within his metaphors in order to make the idea of war appear to be a natural occurrence, something that cannot be stopped, but can be prepared for. Patrick Henry attempts to appeal to the sense of instinct in the readers, in order to rally support for the war.====