Figurative Language
1. Metaphor
2. Inference
3. Simile
Inference
"The wind was blowing hard, it was the coldest it had been all year! All I could see was white out my window"
What season is it?
Winter
What is a synonym?
Two words that mean the same thing.
Dogs need care every day. Owners give them food and fresh water. Dogs also need exercise and a safe place to sleep. What is the main idea?
Dogs need daily care to stay healthy and safe.
What is figurative language?
Phrases and comparisons that are not literal.
Where is this person going?
To a soccer game/practice
What is a synonym for yell?
a. speak
b. shout
c. talk
Shout
Mia prepared for her spelling test. She reviewed her word list, practiced spelling aloud, and asked her brother to quiz her. Name two details that support the idea that Mia prepared for her test.
Any two: She reviewed her word list, practiced spelling aloud, or asked her brother to quiz her.
"Arizona is as hot as the sun!"
What form of figurative language is this?
Simile
What is the difference between an inferential question and a direct question?
Direct questions are found word-for-word in the text. Inferential questions are not.
What is an antonym for quick?
a. fast
b. timely
c. slow
Slow
Trees help communities in several ways. They provide shade on hot days, offer homes for birds, and help clean the air. Some trees lose their leaves in the fall. Which detail does NOT support the main idea that trees help communities?
Some trees lose their leaves in the fall.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
Simile compares two things using "like" or "as".
What is an inference?
Making a conclusion/statement about the text using context clues and our background knowledge.
What is an antonym for fail?
Succeed
Before leaving for a hike, Jordan checked the weather, filled his water bottle, and packed a map. He also told his sister which trail he planned to use. What is the main idea, and name one supporting detail?
Main idea: Jordan prepared for a safe hike. Supporting detail: He checked the weather, packed water or a map, or told his sister his planned trail.
This is an example of what form of figurative language?
Alliteration
"I watched the clock ticking each second. The last hour seemed to go on forever. The sun was shining through the window. It was almost 3:35! FINALLY the bell rings. See you in September!"
What inference can you make about this passage?
-It's summer time
-It's the last day of school
What are THREE synonyms for mad?
The school replaced disposable lunch trays with reusable ones. Students began refilling water bottles instead of buying plastic bottles. Teachers also collected used paper for recycling. What main idea connects these details? Explain how two details support it.
Main idea: The school is taking steps to reduce waste. Reusable trays reduce discarded trays; refillable bottles reduce plastic waste; recycling paper keeps it from being thrown away. Accept any two explanations.