Figurative Language
Identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence.
Alice's aunt ate apples and acorns around August.
A. alliteration
B. onomatopoeia
C. simile
D. metaphor
A. Alliteration
Antonyms for obscure? (Example: His time of death was obscure - it was difficult for anyone to say exactly when that was).
unclear, uncertain, unknown
In this scene from the film "The Hunger Games", tributes scrutinize each other's skills during training.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIpGO62aD9s
What does scrutinize mean?
To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly
"I found her dancing like a leaf and singing like a bird." What figurative language is being used here? What is its meaning?
A. Metaphor
B. Personification
C. Simile
D. Synonym
He gingerly picked up the ancient vase to peer closely. What is another synonym for gingerly?
Carefully, cautiously, delicately
Name 2 antonyms for the word minimize?
What is magnify, enlarge, exaggerate
In the clip from the movie, "Jurassic World", Owen seems proficient as an animal behaviorist. What does "proficient" mean?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3znhTOUqi8
competent or skilled in doing or using something
_____________ is a type of figurative language in which a non-human subject is given human characteristics.
A. Symbolism
B. Personification
C. Theme
D. Characterization
Personification
Name a synonym for the word detrimental. (For example: Unhealthy fats and oils are detrimental for the human body, leading to cardiac issues and obesity.)
harmful, damaging
Antonyms for the word proficient?
Unskilled, basic, incompetent
Batman's strange antics cause him to save Gotham while running around incognito. What does incognito mean?
(of a person) having one's true identity concealed
"The wall stared at me silently" is an example of what type of literary device?
A. Simile
B. Personification
C. Metaphor
D. Theme
Personification
Synonyms for the word crucial?
Important, significant
Antonyms for the word uncluttered?
clean, make neat, orderly
Is the vocabulary word being used correctly in this sentence:
After being in the sun, it’s important to dehydrate your skin with lotions, gels, or creams.
A. Yes
B. No
No
Taken from an excerpt from the story, "The Amazing Author of Oz," what is the author's point of view about Baum's stories?
"Unlike stories told by parents, Baum's were not merely lectures in disguise."
A. They are good at providing strong moral.
B. They are more entertaining than educational.
C. They are different from children's stories of today.
D. They are enjoyed by children more than adults.
B. They are more entertaining than educational.
Michael and Dwight were exhibiting rash behavior in this clip.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzwNs0O_AKc&t=27s
What does rash mean? Provide 2 other synonyms for rash.
reckless, thoughtless, careless, inconsiderate
Rebecca is a determined, motivated gymnast who performs at her best whereas her younger brother is indolent most of the time when it comes to doing any kind of sports activities. What does indolent mean?
wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.
Figure out the riddle:
You walk into a room and see a bed. On the bed, there are two dogs, four cats, a giraffe, five cows, and a duck. There are also three chickens flying above the bed. How many legs are on the floor?
Since all of the animals are on the bed and no other furniture is mentioned in the room, there are six legs on the floor. Four from the leg of your bed and your own two legs as you stand in the room.