Figurative Language Definitions
"Monster" Who am I?
It's a Figure of Speech!
Grammar Police
Crime & Punishment
100
I am a comparison using "like" or "as."
Simile
100
I am a 16-year-old aspiring filmmaker who is on trial for felony murder. Who am I?
Steve Harmon
100
"The wind whispered through the trees."
Personification
100
"I can’t hardly wait for the concert."
Double negative- should be "can hardly" or "can't wait"
100
This group of people listens to the trial and helps decide if the defendant is guilty or not guilty.
Jury
200
I give human traits to something that is not human.
Personification
200
I am Steve’s defense attorney, and I tell him that the jury sees him as a “monster.” Who am I?
Kathy O’Brien
200
"He is the king of the jungle."
Metaphor
200
"I don't know weather I should wear red or pink for Tuesday!"
Incorrect word, it should be "whether"
200
This is the person who presides over the trial and ensures that the law is followed.
Judge
300
I am when something sounds like what it represents, like "buzz" or "sizzle."
Onomatopoeia
300
I am the assistant district attorney who prosecutes Steve and King, arguing that they are guilty. Who am I?
Sandra Petrocelli
300
"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"
Hyperbole
300
"The dog chased it's tail."
“It’s” is a contraction for “it is.” The correct form is “its” to show possession.
300
This individual gives testimony to the court after swearing an oath to tell the truth.
Witness
400
I am a word or phrase that repeats the same consonant sound at the beginning, like "Sally sold seashells."
Alliteration
400
I am a known criminal and informant who testifies against Steve and King to get a reduced sentence. Who am I?
Richard “Bobo” Evans
400
"Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
Alliteration
400
"The team are practicing hard for the big game."
The subject “team” is singular, so the verb should be “is” not “are.”
400
This person defends the defendant, aiming to prove their innocence or reduce their charges.
Defense attorney
500
I am a figure of speech where an object or person represents something deeper.
Symbolism
500
I am the store owner who was murdered during the robbery. Who am I?
Alguinaldo Nesbitt
500
You will often see this image around Valentine's Day to show adoration or love.
Symbolism
500
"John could of finished his homework if he tried harder."
The correct phrase is “could have,” not “could of.”
500
This person represents the government in criminal cases and argues that the defendant is guilty.
Prosecutor