Figurative Language

Front

Maria was as graceful as a swan.

Back

Simile

Front

Tony ran like a cheetah.

Back

Simile

Front

The dog was as black as coal.

Back

Simile

Front

Crayons melted in the sun like ice cream.

Back

Simile

Front

Dad's snoring was as loud as a freight train.

Back

Simile

Front

She was a ticking time bomb.

Back

Metaphor

Front

Kenny is such a pig.

Back

Metaphor

Front

Clouds were marshmallows in the sky.

Back

Metaphor

Front

The nurse was an angel.

Back

Metaphor

Front

Emily's eyes were sparkling diamonds.

Back

Metaphor