Figurative Language
a piece of cake.
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 PE class.
Hi, my name is ____. What is your name? What school did you come from?
A friend texts you something rude, what do you say back?
That's not very nice. Why would you say that?
You get an email stating that there is worlds BEST blender to make your favorite milkshakes.
You don't need to respond, it is just an ad.
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 see Mrs. K when you walk into your classroom. No one else is here yet.
Good morning Mrs. K. How are you?
A classmate texts you that their dog is not feeling well and has to go to the vet.
I hope he feels better. I'll be thinking of him!
A teacher tells you that their favorite movie is Dumbo. Your favorite is Moana.
Oh, that's a cute movie, I really like Moana.
She is as cold as ice.
Simile/she's not very nice
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 see Miss Carpenter outside of school dropping off her phone to be fixed at Best Buy.
Hi Miss Carpenter! How are you doing?
Your teacher tells you they have a couple of vacations planned over the summer.
Where are you going? What is your favorite thing to do on vacation?
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.
My stomach is bottomless pit.
Metaphor/I can eat a lot.
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?
She's being sarcastic. She is saying they are not being quiet and they are not listening.
You are being introduced to one of your mom's childhood friends.
Hi I am _____. Nice to meet you.
A friend says it's 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.
You are on the ball!
Idiom/ You are doing exactly what you are supposed to do!
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 classmate wearing a Diet Coke t-shirt at PE class.
Oh my gosh I love Diet Coke! Where did you get your t-shirt?!
A friend texts you and asks for help with a social situation. How can you respond?
Sure, how can I help?
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.