Figurative Language

Front

Dad carried the huge tree stump, as strong as an ox.

Back

simile

Front

Standing on the mountain, we could see a hundred miles away.

Back

hyperbole

Front

Grumpy old bear after losing a game.

Back

metaphor

Front

The crowd heard a "zing" as the ball soared and landed in left field.

Back

onomatopoeia

Front

The tiny mouse squeaked in the garage.

Back

onomatopoeia

Front

Cleaning this messy room will take half a year.

Back

hyperbole

Front

Jane runs like a cheetah chasing a rabbit.

Back

simile

Front

The metal fork clanged loudly on the tiled floor.

Back

onomatopoeia

Front

Her prom dress was a gleaming jewel of beauty.

Back

metaphor

Front

Ten feet tall and still growing.

Back

hyperbole