"The Storm Chaser"
Read this phrase from Passage 1.
“her camera slung around her neck like a badge of courage”
What does the author mean by this phrase?
She wore the camera as a symbol of bravery.
A figure of speech that says one thing is another, without using “like” or “as.”
Metaphor
This poem compares the city to a human _________ ___ in the morning.
Waking up
True or False: Antithesis is when two opposite ideas are put together in a sentence to achieve a contrasting effect.
True
“The puppy bounced around the yard, wagging its tail, yipping happily as butterflies danced above its head.”
Joyful / Playful
The description of the clouds as “bruised” and lightning as “a silver spider weaving its deadly web” creates a vivid picture for the reader.
What type of figurative language is this?
Imagery
Giving human qualities, feelings, or actions to something non-human.
Personification
Read this phrase from Passage 2.
"This orchestra never pauses”
What type of figurative language is being used?
Metaphor
True or False: The phrase "Many are called, but few are chosen." is an example of antithesis.
True
“The old house groaned in the wind. Shutters banged, and the hallway was filled with shadows that seemed to creep along the walls.”
Scary / Creepy / Eerie
Read this phrase from Passage 1.
“The sky tells secrets to those who listen.”
What type of figurative language is being used?
Personification
A reference to a famous person, place, event, or piece of literature.
Allusion
Read this phrase from Passage 2.
“sunlight spills like syrup on the street”
What type of figurative language is being used?
Similie
True or False: Antithesis is when words imitate sounds like boom or buzz.
False. That's onomatopoeia.
“She couldn’t believe it—her name was called as the winner. Her heart raced, and tears of joy filled her eyes as the crowd cheered.”
Excited / Celebratory
Read this phrase from Passage 1:
“howling in her ears like a wolf begging to be heard.”
What type of figurative language is being used?
Simile
Descriptive language that appeals to the five senses.
Imagery
True or False: “The city wakes with a yawn and a stretch” is an example of imagery.
False
True or False: Antithesis is when two opposite words are put side by side, like jumbo shrimp.
False. That's oxymoron.
“He dragged his feet through the empty street, shoulders slumped, wishing he could turn back time to when everything felt right.”
Sad / Regretful
Read this phrase from Passage 1.
“the sky above growled, thick with bruised clouds”
How does the author’s use of figurative language in this phrase affect the tone of the story?
It creates a tense, dramatic tone.
The author’s attitude toward the subject, shown through their word choice and style.
Tone
What is the tone of Passage 2?
Joyful and energetic.
True or False: The purpose of antithesis is to highlight the difference between two ideas and make the message more powerful.
True
“The politician slammed his fist on the podium, his words sharp and heated as he demanded change from those in power.”
Angry / Passionate