Figurative Language
“Her smile was as bright as the sun on a summer day.”
What type of figurative language is used here?
Simile
Define main idea AND define theme. In other words, what is the difference between the two of them?
Main Idea - what a specific story/text is mostly about.
Theme - a moral/lesson of a story that can apply to your own life generally.
Context clues help you figure out this when you read an unfamiliar word.
The meaning or definition.
Read this poem:
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Sugar is sweet,
And so are you.
How many lines does this poem have?
4
Students need more time to exercise and socialize during the school day. A longer recess helps kids focus better in class and improves their mood. Schools should give students at least 30 minutes of daily recess.
What is the author's purpose?
To persuade
"The moon smiled down on the sleeping town."
What figurative language is being used?
Personification
Marcus had been saving for months to buy his own phone.
When he finally got it, he couldn’t stop smiling. But just a week later, he accidentally left it on the school bus.
Instead of keeping it, another student turned it in to the driver.
When Marcus got it back, he was surprised—and grateful—that someone had done the right thing.
What is the main idea of this passage? What is the theme?
Main Idea: Marcus lost his new phone and someone returned it.
Theme: Doing the right thing is important—even when no one is watching.
“The soil was so PARCHED , not even a weed could grow.”
parched = very dry
True or false: All poems must rhyme.
False
This is the word your EOG test will use to refer to ANYTHING you read on the test. Examples include a passage, a recipe, a diary entry, a list, a poem, or an excerpt.
Selection
The crisp scent of fallen leaves filled the air as Emma stepped onto the forest trail.
Golden and crimson leaves crunched beneath her boots with every step.
A cool breeze brushed against her cheeks, carrying the faint smell of pine.
Sunlight filtered through the trees in dappled patches, painting the path in warm, flickering light.
What figurative language is used here?
Imagery
Ava and Liam disagreed about their science fair project.
Ava wanted to make a volcano, while Liam wanted to grow crystals.
They argued for days, but finally decided to combine their ideas into one creative display.
When they won first place, they realized working together had made their project even better.
What is the main idea? What is the theme?
Main Idea: Ava and Liam worked through a disagreement to create a winning science project.
Theme: Teamwork and compromise lead to success.
“After feeling LETHARGIC all morning, Maya decided to take a nap.”
lethargic = extremely tired or lacking energy
Read this poem:
When trouble comes, don’t run away,
Stand tall and strong, come what may.
Though winds may blow and skies turn gray,
A brave heart always finds the way.
What message is the author trying to send the reader?
You should have courage in hard times OR perseverance is important.
"Sarah and her brother argued about what movie to watch."
What point of view is this sentence written in?
3rd person (limited)
As Mia stepped onto the court, her nerves buzzed like a swarm of bees.
The ball was a ticking time bomb in her hands, and every bounce echoed in her ears.
“Let’s do this,” she said, her voice a quiet fire in the storm of noise.
There are two types of figurative language used here, what are they?
Simile and Metaphor
Ella had practiced her basketball shot every day after school.
When the final game of the season arrived, her team was down by one point.
With only seconds left, Ella took the winning shot—and missed.
Though disappointed, she held her head high and congratulated the other team.
Her coach smiled and said, “That’s the heart of a true athlete.”
What's the main idea and the theme?
Main Idea: Ella missed the final shot in a big game but showed good sportsmanship.
Theme: Winning isn’t everything OR We can't always win OR You should always have good sportsmanship.
“We saw the deer EMERGE from the trees just as the sun began to rise.”
emerge = come out or appear
Read this poem:
The bell rings loud—it's time to run!
Laughter shouts beneath the sun.
Sneakers pound across the ground,
Joy and cheers all around!
What is the mood of this poem?
Joyful, Happy, Playful, etc.
Complete this plot chart:
Exposition -> Rising Action -> ??????? -> Falling Action -> Resolution
Climax
The alarm clock buzzed and clanged, refusing to let Mia sleep a second longer.
Outside, the wind howled through the trees, knocking impatiently on her window.
She groaned and pulled the covers over her head.
The day was a speeding train, and she was already running behind.
There are 3 types of figurative language used here. What are they?
Onomatopoeia, Personification, and Metaphor
When Leo accidentally broke his mom’s favorite vase, he felt his stomach twist.
He thought about hiding it, but instead he told her the truth and apologized.
She sighed, but hugged him and said, “Thank you for being honest.”
What is the main idea and the theme of this passage?
Main Idea: Leo broke something important and chose to tell the truth.
Theme: Honesty is always the best choice, even when it's hard.
“The concert was POSTPONED, or delayed, because of the storm.”
postponed = delayed
"The willow is like a nymph with streaming hair"
In the above quote, the author is describing a willow tree. What is the author trying to say about how the willow tree looks?
The willow tree has long branches with a lot of leaves.
Living in the city and living in the country are very different experiences.
City life is often fast-paced, with busy streets, tall buildings, and lots of people.
In contrast, country life is quieter and more relaxed, with open spaces and fewer crowds.
While the city offers more restaurants and entertainment, the country provides a closer connection to nature and more privacy.
Which text structure is being used here?
Compare and Contrast