Figurative Language
What is a comparison using "like" or "as" called?
What is a simile?
He loves to read, but he doesn't have much time. This is what kind of sentence type?
What is compound?
Choose a strong adjective to replace "nice" in the sentence: "She has a nice smile."
Possible answers: radiant
What Definition of light is being used in the sentence: "The room was filled with light."
Definitions: A) Something that makes things visible
B) Not heavy
C) Lacking in color
D) A source of energy
What is A?
What tone is conveyed in the statement: "I can’t believe you did that!"
What is disbelief or surprise?
Identify the figurative language in the phrase: "The world is my oyster."
What is an idiom?
Because it was hot outside, we decided to stay indoors. This is what kind of sentence type?
What is complex?
Rewrite the sentence to make it more precise: "The dog was very big."
Possible response: What is "The dog weighed over 100 pounds"?
Which definition is being used in the sentence "She took a bow after her performance."?
Definitions:
A) To bend forward at the waist.
B) A knot tied with two loops.
What is A?
Even though he was late, he still made it to the meeting, and he apologized. This is what sentence type?
What is compound-complex?
What is it called when human characteristics are given to non-human things?
What is personification?
Identify the dependent clause in this sentence: "Although it was raining, we went for a walk."
What is "Although is was raining"?
Rewrite the sentence using more specific language: "He ran fast."
What is "He sprinted"?
Which definition is used in the sentence: "The teacher barked orders to his students."
Definitions: A) To make a sound like a dog B)The outer covering of a tree C) To speak sharply D) To command a ship
What is C?
What is the type of figurative language that involves repeating beginning consonant sounds?
What is alliteration?
What type of figurative language involves exaggeration for emphasis?
What is hyperbole?
Although she was tired, she finished her project, and she submitted it on time. This is what kind of sentence type?
What is compound-complex?
Why is it important to choose strong verbs in writing?
What is to convey action more clearly and effectively?
Which definition is used in the sentence "She carried a light load."
Definitions: A) Something that makes things visible
B) Not heavy
C) Lacking in color
D) A source of energy
What is B?
If you are over exaggerating something you are using ___?
What is hyperbole?
What figurative language does the phrase "He’s got a heart of stone" use?
What is a metaphor?
After dinner, we watched a movie, and we enjoyed some popcorn. This is what kind of sentence type?
What is compound?
What does "concise" mean?
What is Expressing or covering much in few words; brief and to the point?
Which definition is used in the sentence "The teacher will lead the class discussion."?
Definitions: A) To guide or direct
B) A type of metal
C) To be in charge
D) A person or animal in front
What is C?
If someone is being sarcastic, what kind of tone are they conveying?
What is A tone that uses irony to mock or convey contempt?