Figurative Language Definitions
a figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things, suggesting that they are the same, without using like or as
What is metaphor?
Which type of figurative language?
I’ve told you a thousand times, yet you never hear me.
What is hyperbole?
a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words like or as
What is simile?
Which type of figurative language?
Her thoughts were like fragile glass, shattering with every tremor of doubt.
What is simile?
how the author feels about the subject of a work
Tone is all about how the ____ feels.
Which word best describes the mood of this passage?
The soft sound of waves gently crashing against the shore creates a peaceful rhythm, while the warm sun kisses the skin. The sand, cool beneath the toes, stretches endlessly in every direction, inviting a deep breath of salty air. It’s a perfect moment of quiet, where time feels like it’s standing still.
A. confused
B. tense
C. excited
D. relaxed
E. upsetting
F. suspenseful
D
a figure of speech where human qualities are given to non-human things
What is personification?
Which type of figurative language?
The moon carved its path across the dark canvas of the sky, painting silver strokes with each passing minute.
What is personification?
How the reader feels while reading a text
What is mood?
True/False: Point of view can impact tone.
Which word best describes the mood of the passage?
Joe looked at the pallet of shingles. It was a mountain of work. There were over 100 bundles. Each weighed 100 pounds. He looked at the house with three floors. The shingles went to the third floor. Someone would have to carry them up two ladders. Joe was someone. The sun hung high in the sky. Its warm hands slapped the back of Joe's neck. "Well," his boss said with his hands on his hips, "those shingles can't get up there by themselves." Joe sighed. Then he slung a bundle atop each shoulder.
A. enthusiastic
B. relaxing
C. comforting
D. hurried
E. miserable
F. curious
E
an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally
What is hyperbole?
Which type of figurative language?
As we hiked, the sun sank slowly in the sky.
What is alliteration?
Which one of these is a metaphor?
A. Her brother is a soccer player.
B. This classroom is a zoo.
C. She is a great student.
D. Her heart is beating fast.
B
Which sentence about the wildfires in California has an angry, outraged tone?
A. The California wildfires continue to devastate communities, destroying homes, threatening lives, and leaving behind a lasting impact on the environment.
B. The California wildfires are just another one of those things that happen every year, burning some stuff and causing a bit of trouble.
C. Every year, the California wildfires rage out of control, destroying homes and lives, while nothing seems to change in terms of real action to prevent the devastation.
D. Despite the devastation caused by the California wildfires, communities are coming together with incredible strength and resilience, supporting one another and rebuilding, with hope for a brighter future ahead.
C
Which word best describes the mood of the passage?
"I am so proud to say farewell to... our graduating class!" Principal Bubbletop said triumphantly. The students threw their hats high in the air and cheered. The marching band began to play a classic graduation song. The parents and spectators all stood and clapped loudly. Some whistled. Parents ran forward and presented their matriculating children with flowers, candies, and really tight hugs.
A. sad
B. regretfulC. celebratory
D. tense
E. irritated
F. comforting
C
a figure of speech where words imitate the sound they describe
What is onomatopoeia?
Which two types of figurative language?
The wind howled like a hungry wolf, its icy fingers clawing at the door.
What are simile and personification?
What is idiom?
the repetition of the same sound at the beginning of closely connected words
What is alliteration?
Which two types of figurative language?
The city is a sleepless beast, devouring the night with its restless energy.
What are metaphor and personification?
Name one thing that figurative language can do for the reader.
make writing more interesting
help reader visualize
emphasize/highlight a point