Identify Figurative Language
The wind whispered through the trees.
Personification
What is a protagonist?
The protagonist is usually the main characte of a drama, movie, or novel.
What is incorrect in this sentence? Why?
Its going to rain this weekend.
Incorrect- Its
Should be - It's
When do we use semi-colons?
To join 2 independent clauses showing a strong connection between the ideas. A comma is too weak to connect 2 independent clauses.
Where is there a missing comma?
He was born in Austin Texas.
Austin, Texas
What is the theme?
Even though Sarah didn't know the new student, she invited him to sit with her at lunch. She knew how it felt to be alone.
Always be kind to others
The sun was shining, and birds sang in the trees as the children laughed and played in the park.
joyful or cheerful
Time is a thief.
Metaphor
Who is the playwright?
The person who writes the play/ drama.
What is incorrect with this sentence? Why?
I lost my phone; its on the table.
Correct- it's
Where does this sentence need a semi-colon?
Sarah enjoys reading fantasy novels her brother likes science fiction.
Sarah enjoys reading fantasy novels; her brother likes science fiction.
Where is there missing commas?
We bought pencils paper markers and notebooks to donate at school.
pencils, paper, markers, and notebooks
What is the theme?
The team was losing badly, but instead of giving up, they worked together. By the end of the game, their cooperation helped them win.
Teamwork helps overcome difficulties.
He slammed the door and stomped across the room, his fists clenched tight. Nothing was going the way he wanted.
angry or frustrate
Explain the meaning of the figurative language:
Tonny and John had their eyes glued to the screen as they played video games.
Metaphor: Compares their focus to something being glued
Hyperbole
Meaning: Tonny and John were focused on winning the video game.
What are stage directions?
The instructions of how actors should act, speak, sound, etc.
Which word is incorrect? Why?
There are to apples on the table.
Incorrect- to
Correct- two
Where does this sentence need a semi-colon?
Some students prefer studying in the morning others focus better at night.
Some students prefer studying in the morning; others focus better at night.
Where is there a missing comma?
Although it was raining we went for a walk.
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
What is the theme?
Jake found the answers to the test on the teacher’s desk, but he decided not to cheat. He knew doing the right thing was more important.
Honesty is the best policy.
Oh great, another meeting," he muttered under his breath. "Exactly what I needed to brighten my day.
sarcastic or mocking
Explain the meaning of the figurative language:
The stars danced in the night sky.
Personification- The stars twinkled in the sky.
What is dialogue?
The words spoken by the actors.
What is incorrect in this sentence? Why?
It's color is blue, but I like red better.
Correct- Its
Where does this sentence need a semi-colon?
He planned to study for the test all night instead, he fell asleep by 10 p.m.
He planned to study for the test all night; instead, he fell asleep by 10 p.m.
Where is there a missing comma?
Because she studied hard she passed the test.
Because she studied hard, she passed the test.
What is the theme?
Although Mia was afraid of heights, she climbed the tree to help her cat down. She faced her fear to do what was needed.
Love for others brings out courage.
Even though the road ahead was uncertain, she smiled. Deep down, she knew everything would be okay.
hopeful or optimistic
Explain the meaning of the figurative language.
The sun smiled down on us.
Personification- The sun was shining on us.
What is a scene in a play?
A change in setting.
Which word is incorrect? Why?
They visited they're grandparents during the summer.
Incorrect- they're
Correct- their
Where does this sentence need a semi-colon?
Some of the guests arrived early others were running late.
Some of the guests arrived early; others were running late.
Where is there a missing comma?
They their family invisited Seattle Washington for Thanksgiving break.
Seattle, Washington
What is the theme?
Lily practiced her violin every day for weeks. Her dedication paid off when she gave a perfect performance at the concert.
Hard work pays off in the long run
The creaking floorboard echoed through the empty house. She held her breath, waiting for the sound to come again.
suspenseful or tense