Figurative Language
What is one example of figurative language in the sentence, and what does it suggest?
Text: “The sun smiled down on the children as they played in the park.”
The phrase “the sun smiled” is an example of personification because the sun is given a human action.
It suggests that the sun is shining warmly on the children.
Appealing to an audience by relying on your character and credibility means you have the ________ to reach and connect with them.
Ethos
To come to a conclusion using background knowledge and text evidence
inference (infer)
What archetype, whose motivation is to connect with others, is being referred to with the following description:
The fool, trickster, joker, or comedian
The Jester
This character opposes the main character
The antagonist
How does the figurative language help the reader better understand the character?
Text: “Her voice was as soft as a whispering breeze, calming everyone in the room.”
The simile “as soft as a whispering breeze” helps the reader understand that her voice is very gentle and soothing, which makes others feel calm and comfortable.
You are about to speak to a group that is already emotionally engaged with your topic. This is a perfect time to use _______ in your speech.
Pathos
To judge or calculate the quality, importance amount, or value of something
evaluate
What character archetype, whose motivation is to leave a mark on this world, is being referred to with the following description:
The revolutionary, wild man, the misfit, nonconformist
The Rebel
This is the beginning of a story where characters and setting are introduced.
The exposition
How does the figurative language contribute to the overall mood or tone of the text?
The metaphor “the classroom was a zoo” creates a chaotic and noisy mood.
It helps the reader imagine that the students are acting wild and out of control.
If you have been married for 50 years, you can give people marriage advice because you have the _________
Ethos
What is the difference between the terms connotation and denotation?
Denotation: dictionary definition of a word
connotation: the feelings associated with a word.
This setting archetype is often a place of reflection or rebirth; crossing borders or new territory
A River
In a story, a character spends weeks warning others not to cheat, but later wins a contest by secretly breaking the rules.
This literary device is being used because the outcome sharply contrasts with what the reader expects from the character’s behavior.
Situational Irony
What might the rising sun symbolize, and how does it connect to a larger idea or theme?
Text: “As he crossed the stage, clutching his diploma, the rising sun filled the sky behind him.”
The rising sun likely symbolizes a new beginning or a bright future.
It connects to the idea of graduation as the start of a new chapter in life.
My teacher loves students that attend class all the time. I have never been absent. Therefore, my teacher must really love me.
This is an example of _________
Logos
When a writer refers to a well-known person or situation, such as from a literary work, the bible, or mythology
example:
allusion
This symbol archetype often represents birth, new beginning, renewal
Rising Sun
A character must decide whether to tell the truth and risk losing a friendship or stay silent and protect themselves. This type of conflict reveals the character’s internal struggle between honesty and fear.
character vs. self
How do the figurative language and the candle as a symbol work together to deepen the meaning of the text? Use specific details to support your answer.
Text: “The old house groaned in the wind, its broken windows like empty eyes staring into the night, while a single candle flickered inside.”
The figurative language, like “the house groaned” and “windows like empty eyes,” creates a dark, eerie mood and suggests loneliness or decay. The candle symbolizes hope or life.
Together, they show a contrast between darkness and a small sense of hope, deepening the meaning by suggesting that even in bleak situations, there is still a possibility of light or comfort.
Using F.O.M.O to sell something teenagers.
Pathos
A long narrative poem, recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
epic
What character archetype, whose motivation is to provide structure to the world, is being referred to with the following description:
The boss, leader, king, queen, manager
The Ruler
A narrator tells the story using “he,” “she,” and “they,” but only reveals one character’s thoughts and feelings, limiting the reader’s understanding of other characters’ motives.
3rd person limited