Figurative Language

Front

The cat was as fast as lightning.

Back

the cat was really fast

Front

The trees waved at me. Meaning?

Back

the tree branches were moving back and forth

Front

The snow is a white blanket. Meaning?

Back

the snow covers the ground

Front

The classroom was a zoo.

Back

the class was loud and out of control

Front

She was as busy as a bee. Meaning?

Back

she was really busy

Front

The boy moved like a snail.

Back

the boy was going really slow

Front

Lightning danced across the sky.

Back

lightning was flashing through the sky.

Front

My little brother was a pig at dinner.

Back

my brother ate a lot

Front

Life is a rollercoaster. Meaning?

Back

Life goes in many directions.

Front

The flowers were begging for water.

Back

the flowers needed water