Types of writing styles/Figurative Language
What is a Simile?
A simile compares two different things using the words “like” or “as” to highlight a shared quality.
Her voice is music to my ears.
Metaphor
My favorite game is Clash Royale
JJ
1.1 x 1.2
1.32
My dream car is a Porsche 911 GT
Alec
What is Metaphor?
A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, without using “like” or “as,” to show a strong
The rain fell like a shower of silver coins.
Simile
My dream car is a motorcycle
Alisson
15.36 + 3.66
19.02
I like to do hair and nails
Mya
What is a Narrative story
Tells a story or recounts events (real or imagined).
He moved through the crowd like a fish in water.
Simile
I have been to all 50 states
Julianna
26.45 - 3.67
22.78
I have been to Hearst Castle
Penelope
What is an Explanatory/Informative writing
Explains a topic, gives information, or teaches how to do something.
His mind was a fortress, impossible to enter.
Metaphor
I got banned from Walmart
Aaron
84 ÷ 4
21
I like the Minion Movies
Roger
Argumentative/Persuasive:
Presents an opinion and supports it with reasons and evidence.
Write a sentence using a Metaphor
Answer may vary. But cannot have the words like or as
I dyed my Hair Without my mom knowing
Melanie
20.1 ÷ 3
6.7
I own a small jewelry business
Keira