Figurative Language
Idiom/Easy
When I walked downstairs from finishing my homework, my mom said, "you know, the table isn't set for dinner yet!" What did she really want?
You to set the table.
There is a new student in your class.
Hi, my name is ____. What is your name? What school did you come from?
A friend tells you they are going to the movies.
What are you seeing? Who are you going with? When are you going? What theatre are you going to?
You don't need to comment. They aren't speaking to you and each person is entitled to their own opinion.
I don't trust that kid, he is as sneaky as a snake.
Simile/He is untrustworthy.
My friend had been playing the video game for 25 minutes straight when I said, "I wonder when I'll get a turn..." What did I really want?
A turn playing.
You walk into the classroom first thing in the morning, and you are the first student to arrive with the teacher.
Good morning, Deb. How are you?
I hope he feels better. I had the flu once, it was the worst! I hope he feels better soon.
A teacher tells you they think The Giver is the best book they have ever read. You like Wonder the best..
Oh, I haven't read the Giver yet. I hope I like it as much as you. or I disagree, but that's okay.
After being in the snow all day, my hands were icicles!
Metaphor/My hands were freezing cold!
Your dad made your mom some toast, but burnt it to a crisp! your mom said, "oh you know I just LOVE burnt toast.." What does she mean?
She is being sarcastic and really doesn't like burnt toast.
You pass Jill in the hallway and she looks stressed out. What could you say?
Hi Jill, how are you doing? Nice to see you.
Your teacher tells you they are going to Italy next summer.
Are you going for any special reason? I have/havent been to Italy before. What are you most excited for?
You are at the store with your mom. She says you can help her pick out a half gallon of ice cream. You want vanilla but she wants cookie dough.
Compromise.
I am so hungry, I could eat a horse!
Hyperbole/I am so so hungry!
The class was really noisy and not paying attention. The teacher said, "I just am so proud of my students who are quietly listening to me.." What does she mean?
You are being introduced to someone new.
Hi I am _____. Nice to meet you.
A classmate tells the entire class that it is their birthday this weekend.
Awesome! Happy Birthday! What are your birthday plans?
Your classmate is presenting about what they did over winter break. They say that they had the best time snow tubing and that is the best outdoor winter activity. You disagree and think that skiing is more fun.
Let him/her finish their presentation. You can disagree, but do not need to bring it up during their presentation.
I was a little scared to sit on Santa's lap, but I knew he wouldn't bite.
Idiom/He wouldn't hurt me.
Your sister just rolled out of bed and her hair is sticking up in all different directions. Your mom says, "well doesn't you hair just look beautiful!" What is your mom really trying to say?
She is being sarcastic and telling her that it is actually very messy.
You see a kid sitting alone in the cafeteria. He is wearing a Minecraft shirt and you like Minecraft.
Hi, my name is ____. Do you like Minecraft?
A friend tells you their family pet just passed away.
I am so sorry to hear that. I have a dog, too. I can't imagine how you feel.
Your teacher tells you that they don't like watching YouTube videos. She says, in her opinion, it is a waste of time. You disagree and think YouTube is awesome.
You can politely say that you disagree and explain why you like YouTube.