Idiom
What does the phrase "kick the bucket" mean?
To die.
What does hyperbole mean?
An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.
What is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that compares two unlike things directly, without using "like" or "as."
What is a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as."
What does personification mean?
Giving human characteristics to non-human things.
If someone says "it's raining cats and dogs," what are they trying to express?
It's raining heavily.
If I say, "I’m so hungry I could eat a horse," what type of figurative language is this?
Hyperbole.
In the phrase "Time is a thief," what is being compared?
Time is being compared to a thief, suggesting it steals moments from our lives.
How does a simile differ from a metaphor?
A simile uses "like" or "as," while a metaphor does not.
In the phrase "The wind whispered through the trees," what is being personified?
The wind is being given the human ability to whisper.
What does it mean to "let the cat out of the bag"?
To reveal a secret.
Provide an example of a hyperbole you might hear in a song.
"I’ve told you a million times!"
Give an example of a metaphor you might find in a children's book.
"The classroom was a zoo."
Provide an example of a simile from a popular song.
"You’re as sweet as sugar."
Give an example of personification from a movie or book.
In "Toy Story," toys come to life and act like humans.
In the sentence, "He has a chip on his shoulder," what does this idiom imply about the person?
The person is angry or holds a grudge.
What effect does hyperbole have on a story or poem?
It emphasizes feelings or situations to create a dramatic effect.
Why are metaphors used in poetry?
To create vivid imagery and convey complex ideas in a relatable way.
Why might an author use similes in their writing?
To create vivid comparisons that help readers visualize concepts.
How does personification help readers connect with a story?
It makes inanimate objects relatable and evokes emotional responses.
Explain the idiom "bite the bullet" and give an example of when someone might use it.
To face a difficult situation. Example: "I didn't want to take the test, but I had to bite the bullet and study."
Create a hyperbole about being tired.
"I’m so tired I could sleep for a thousand years."
Create a metaphor to describe your best friend.
"My best friend is a shining star in my life."
Create a simile to describe a sunset.
"The sunset was like a painting splashed with orange and pink."
Write a sentence using personification to describe a rainy day.
"The raindrops danced on the windowpane."