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Figurative Language
Figurative Language Definitions and Examples
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is an exaggerated statement used for humor or to make a point? | hyperbole |
| What are repeated consonant sounds occurring at the beginning of words? | alliteration |
| What is the figure of speech used to compare two unlike things with the words "like" or "as"? | simile |
| Which figure of speech gives human traits to an object, animal, or an idea? | personification |
| What is the use of words that mimic sounds? | onomatopoeia |
| Which figure of speech compares two unlike things using a form of the verb be (is, are, etc...)? | metaphor |
| Name the figurative language used..."The wild and woolly walrus waits and wonders when we'll walk by." | alliteration |
| Name the figurative language used..."Boom!" The wall just fell on Mr. Felty and Mr. Drey!" | onomatopoeia |
| Name the figurative language used..."Science!" Mr. Felty yelled, popping out of his seat like piece of toast." | simile |
| Name the figurative language used..."The stuffed bear smiled as the little boy hugged him." | personification |
| Name the figurative language used..."Mr. Drey is 200 years old." | hyperbole |
| Name the figurative language used..."I drank a million cans of Diet Pepsi this year." | hyperbole |
| Name the figurative language used..."The car's lights winked at me as I drove down the dark road." | personification |
| Name the figurative language used..."The sun was like a flower blooming on a bright summer day." | simile |
| Name the figurative language used..."My driveway was an ice skating rink after the storm." | metaphor |
| Name the figurative language used..."Hiss," watch out for the snake. | onomatopoeia |
| What does the metaphor, "Her tears were a river flowing down her cheeks.," mean? | The person is crying a lot. |
| What does the simile, "He is as busy as a bee," mean? | He is working hard. |
| What does the simile, "I am as snug as a bug in a rug,," mean? | They feel very comfortable and cozy or are tucked up tight in bed. |
| What does the hyperbole, "I was bored to tears," mean? | I was extremely bored. |
| What does the hyperbole, "Her brain is the size of a pea,, mean? | She is not very smart. |
| What does the hyperbole, "It will only take me two seconds to get there," mean? | I will get there very quickly. |
| What does the simile, "He was as tough as nails," mean. | He was very strong and determined. |
| What does the simile, " Carrie was as cold as ice," mean? | Carrie was mean and hurtful |
| What does the personification, "Time flies when you're having fun," mean? | Time is moving quickly when we are having a good time. |
| What does the personification in this Oreo ad mean: "Milk's favorite cookie". | Oreos and milk taste good together. |
| What does the metaphor, "The computers at school are old dinosaurs," mean. | The computers are old and outdated. |
| What does the metaphor, " You are my sunshine.," mean? | You make me happy and feel good. |
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TMoar
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