Figurative Language
Identify the following figurative language:
"Her smile was as bright as the sun."
simile
Identify the type of irony in the following example:
(Said during a torrential downpour) — “What a beautiful day!”
verbal irony
What type of point of view is being used?
"I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the sunset—it was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen. "
first person point of view
Identify the correct text structure used in the following passage:
How I Spent My Saturday
First, I woke up early and made a big breakfast of pancakes and eggs. Then, I went for a jog around the park to get some exercise. After that, I met up with my friends for lunch at our favorite café. In the afternoon, we watched a movie together before I headed home. Finally, I finished the day by reading a good book before bed.
chronological order
Identify the type of conflict:
"John and Mark argued fiercely over who should lead the team, each convinced they were the better choice."
man vs. man
Identify the figurative language in the following example:
"Time is a thief that steals our moments."
metaphor
Identify the type of irony used in the following example:
"A fire station burns down."
What type of point of view is being used?
"You walk into the room and immediately feel a chill down your spine."
second person point of view
Identify the correct text structure in the following passage:
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Why Plants Need Sunlight
Plants need sunlight because it provides the energy required for photosynthesis. When plants receive enough sunlight, they can produce food and grow healthy. However, if plants don’t get enough sunlight, they become weak and may eventually die. This is why placing plants near a window or outside in the sun helps them thrive."
cause and effect
Explain the difference between a symbol and motif.
symbol- a device in literature where the object represents an idea
motif- a recurring subject, theme, or idea in a literary work
Identify the figurative language in the following example:
"I’m so hungry I could eat a horse!"
hyperbole
Identify the type of irony in the following example:
"A police officer gets their own car stolen."
situational irony
What type of point of view is being used?
"He was anxious about the meeting, unaware that she was secretly planning a surprise for him."
third person omniscient point of view
Identify the correct text structure in the following passage:
"
How to Make a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
First, gather all your ingredients: bread, peanut butter, jelly, and a knife.
Next, spread peanut butter evenly on one slice of bread.
Then, spread jelly on the other slice of bread.
After that, put the two slices together with the peanut butter and jelly sides facing each other.
Finally, cut the sandwich in half and enjoy!"
sequential order
Explain the difference between connotation and denotation.
Connotation - context/ cultural definition of the word
Denotation- dictionary definition of the word
Identify the figurative language in the following example:
"The wind whispered secrets through the trees."
personification
Identify the type of irony in the following example:
"In Romeo and Juliet, the audience knows Juliet is alive when Romeo believes she’s dead."
dramatic irony
What type of point of view is being used?
"Jason felt his heart race as he approached the stage, unsure if he was ready to perform."
third person limited point of view
Identify the correct text structure in the following passage:
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My phone battery kept dying quickly, making it hard to stay connected during the day.
To fix this, I started carrying a portable charger and closed apps running in the background to save battery. Now, my phone lasts much longer, and I don’t worry about losing power."
problem/ solution
Explain the difference between tone and mood.
Tone - the attitude if the author towards the audience, characters, subject matter, or the work itself
Mood- the prevailing emotions or atmosphere of as work derived from literary devices. . .how the reader interprets the text/ feels while reading it.
Identify the figurative language in the following example:
"There was a deafening silence after the teacher wrote up her student."
oxymoron
Identify the type of irony being used in the following example:
"In a scary movie, the audience knows the villain is hiding in the closet, but the character does not and opens the closet door."
dramatic irony
What type of point of view is being used?
"She glanced nervously at the door, hoping no one would hear her footsteps."
third person limited point of view
Identify the correct text structure in the following passage:
"Because the city experienced heavy rainfall for several days, the river nearby began to overflow.
As a result, many streets were flooded, causing traffic delays and damage to homes in low-lying areas."
Explain the difference between a soliloquy and a monologue.
soliloquy- a dramatic speech revealing inner thoughts and feelings, spoken aloud by one character alone on the stage
monologue- an extended speech spoken by one speaker, either to answer or as if alone