Context Clues
The desert was arid with no rain for months.
very dry
Her smile was as bright as the sun.
Simile
Dogs make great pets.
It was a sunny day with children laughing and playing.
Happy/Joyful
Dorothy would always drop what she was doing and help her friends when they asked for her help.
Kind/Helpful/Nice
She felt jubilant after winning the contest.
Very happy
Time is a thief.
Metaphor
Recycling helps reduce waste and protect the environment. It keeps our waters clean and the animals safe.
Recycling is important for the environment.
We walked through a quiet forest and heard some leaves shuffling behind us. We then saw a huge shadow.
Scary/Suspenseful
Anthony was watching a horror movie when he jumped out of his seat when Mom came walking through the door.
Scared/nervous
The puppy was famished after not eating all day.
Very hungry
The wind whispered through the trees.
Personification
Bees help pollinate plants, which allows fruits and vegetables to grow.
Bees are important for plant growth.
I lay in my bed listening to music in the morning with the window open and birds chirping.
Calm/Peaceful
Every one of Marvin's friends told him to lie to his mom about getting in trouble at school but Marvin couldn't lie to his mother and told her the truth.
Honest/Truthful
The old house was dilapidated with broken windows and a falling roof.
In bad condition, falling apart.
The bees buzzed by the broken building.
Onomatopoeia/Alliteration
Exercise improves heart health and helps improve your mood. It strengthens your bones and helps you to relieve stress.
Exercise is important for overall health.
Ethan sat by himself, eating lunch while everyone around him laughed with their friends.
Sad/Lonely
Samantha always redid her work even if she got a 99% on her assignments.
Perfectionist
His response was ambiguous, leaving everyone confused.
Unclear. confusing
I've told you a million times.
Hyperbole
Throwing trash on the floor leads to it going to the oceans. The animals eat the garbage, which can cause them to get hurt and pass away. Our drinking water can also be contaminated.
Pollution affects the environment in a bad way.
I was driving through a storm raging with thunder crashing above my car. I felt the car shake as the wind whipped across.
Tense/Dramatic/Scared
After many years of failure and attempts, Tony finally accomplished his lifelong goal.
Perseverant/Resilient