Figurative Language
What is a simile?
A comparison using "like" or "as."
What is a simple sentence?
A sentence that has one subject and one verb.
What does "Dr." stand for?
Doctor or Drive
Find the adverb: I walked down the hallway quietly so I would not wake the baby up.
**THERE ARE 2 ADVERBS! MUST GET BOTH TO GET IT CORRECT!**
quietly and down
What does it mean?
"The chef prepared a sumptuous feast, filled with rich flavors and extravagant dishes."
luxurious and expensive-looking
Give an example of personification.
Example: The wind whispered through the trees.
What type of sentence is this?
When I went to the store, I bought eggs, bread, and milk.
What is the abbreviation for "Street"?
St.
What part of speech describes a verb? (how, when, where)
Adverb
What does it mean?
"Despite the dark clouds looming overhead, the sun broke through, illuminating the landscape."
to light up or make something visible
What does it mean to say something is "raining cats and dogs"?
It means it's raining very heavily.
What is a compound sentence?
A sentence that has two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.
What is the abbreviation for a married woman?
Mrs.
Write one sentence using an adjective AND a pronoun (you must have both!!)
Example: I wore a beautiful red dress.
"The athlete's performance was nothing short of phenomenal, leaving the audience in awe."
extraordinary or remarkable
What is an example of hyperbole?
Example: I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.
Write a compound sentence.
Example: I made a good grade on my test, so we got to go get ice cream!
Write the abbreviation for "Mister."
Mr.
DAILY DOUBLE!
The playful puppy quickly ran across the yard and barked loudly.
Find 2 nouns, 2 verbs, 2 adverbs, and one adjective!
Noun: Puppy, yard
Verb: Ran, barked
Adjective: Playful
Adverb: Quickly, across
"The detective's keen observation helped him unravel the intricate mystery surrounding the case."
complicated or detailed
Identify the figurative language: "The classroom was a zoo."
Metaphor
Write a complex sentence about your favorite food.
example: "Although I love pizza, I prefer pasta on special occasions."
What is the abbreviation for yards?
Yd. or Yds.
Give an example of a sentence with a PREPOSITION in it.
Can include any preposition!
Example: I put the book below my desk.
What does it mean?
After hiking for hours without water, Mia’s throat felt dry and scratchy, and she knew she was parched from the intense summer heat.
Very thirsty