Figurative Language
Simile figurative language is ...
a comparison (comparación) of two different things (cosas) using “like como” and “as” (como)
nonsense means...
silly behavior / talk
annotation means...
writing questions, predictions, notes, and thoughts around the text.
Our class visited the museum on a field trip. We saw many artifacts. The museum had pottery, art, and statues from many old places.
"artifacts" mean ...
a. idea. b. point. c. goal. d. objects / items
d. objects / items
Julia works at a pet store and owns four cats, a lizard, a dog, and a rabbit.
I can infer that Julia .......
loves pets / animals
Write one sentence example of simile...
For example,
Matthew's brain is like an owl.
alley means...
= a narrow street
una calle estrecha
What is the author's purpose? Why?
a. inform , b. entertain , c. persuade
Elephants (elefantes) are the largest existing land animals. The average lifespan of elephants is about 65 years of age or more. Three living species are currently recognized: the African bush elephant, the African forest elephant, and the Asian elephant. Their tusks are actually teeth. They have very thick skin. Elephants are the only surviving members of the family Elephantidae and the order Proboscidea.
inform because the paragraph is giving us information about elephants.
Candles, flashlights, and lamps illuminate the room.
"Illuminate" means...
a. darken. b. lower. c. light up. d. weaken
c. light up
When the phone rang and Carlos picked the phone up, he was smiling from ear to ear.
I can infer (conclude / guess) that Carlos was....
happy / pleased to receive the phone call.
Which of the following are examples of simile? Why? (Choose more than one.)
Joan is brave (bravo/a) as a lion (león).
Ivan and Elizabeth like oranges.
His hands are like velvet (terciopelo).
He is writing as she is reading the story.
Joan is brave (bravo/a) as a lion (león).
His hands are like velvet (terciopelo).
raggedy means ...
In bad condition
messy / torn
old
What is the author's purpose?
a. inform. b. entertain. c. persuade
"There was a cat and a girl fighting. Juanita the cat jumped on the girl’s head like a spider. It wouldn’t let go of the girl. She was screaming very loudly and ran so fast toward her mom. The mom grabbed the cat’s legs, but the cat wouldn’t let go. It kicked the mom in the eye."
The author’s message is to teach the reader that
the cat is lazy.
the cat is funny.
the cat is strong.
to entertain
Author's Message--> the cat is strong.
Sunlight can't shine through opaque objects like brick walls and wooden doors.
Opaque means...
a. thin b. clear c. transparent d. thick
d. thick
Juanita tries a new fruit and makes a disgusted face.
I can infer (conclude / guess) that Juanita .....
The news hit me like a ton of bricks.
What is being compared? _________&__________
news &. bricks
envisioning means...
to imagine
The author's purpose is to...
a. entertain b. inform. c. persuade
Angel is 12 years old. He is in the 7th grade. He likes to play video games all the time, such as Minecraft and Roblox. He is the best gamer in the whole world. He unlocked and won all the Minecraft and Roblox games. No one can defeat Angel. If you dare to challenge Angel, join Roblox or Minecraft at any time. Angel will be ready to win!
The author’s message is to teach the reader that
a. Angel is a bad gamer.
b. Angel is the best gamer in the world.
c. Angel can play some games on Roblox and Minecraft.
persuade
Author's message --> b. Angel is the best gamer in the world.
A colossus, such as the Statue of Liberty, can be seen for miles around
"colossus" means...
a. airplane b. huge statue (estatua). c. woman
b. big / huge statue (estatua)
Nancy comes home from her date, runs to her bedroom, and slams the door.
I can infer that Nancy ....
she did not have a good date.
Directions: Read the paragraph below from the story "Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros to identify two pieces of evidence/examples of simile.
Except when math period ends Mrs. Price says loud and in front of everybody, “Now, Rachel, that’s enough, ”because she sees I’ve shoved the red sweater to the tippy-tip corner of my desk and it’s hanging all over the edge like a waterfall, but I don’t care. “Rachel, ”Mrs. Price says. She says it like she’s getting mad. “You put that sweater on right now and no more nonsense.” “But it’s not –“ “Now!” Mrs. Price says. This is when I wish I wasn’t eleven because all the years inside of me— ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, and one—are pushing at the back of my eyes when I put one arm through one sleeve of the sweater that smells like cottage cheese, and then the other arm through the other and stand there with my arms apart like if the sweater hurts me and it does, all itchy and full of germs that aren’t even mine.
1. "Because she sees I’ve shoved the red sweater to the tippy-tip corner of my desk and it’s hanging all over the edge like a waterfall,"
2. "I put one arm through one sleeve of the sweater that smells like cottage cheese,"
beckoning means ...
&
sideline means...
signaling someone to come
NOT being in the center of attention
Context clues mean ...
Fish, whales, and dolphins are aquatic animals.
"aquatic" animals mean ...
a. desert b. arctic c. water. d. land
to help the reader understand the meaning of unknown / new words
"aquatic" means water animals
Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.
"nutritious" means . . .
a. boring b. bad / unhealthy c. spicy d. healthy
d. healthy
Evidence from the story "Home" by Hena Khan:
“I’m the one he (Hakeem) always turns to when he doesn’t understand something.”
What is the relationship between Hakeem and Aleena?
Make an inference! I infer that.....
Hakeem and Aleena have a close (good) relationship. He trusts Aleena.