Figurative Language

Front

Horrible nerves before a play.

Back

Hyperbole

Front

The clouds were as soft as cotton.

Back

Simile

Front

Branches waved as the wind blew.

Back

Personification

Front

Mom took forever to pick me up.

Back

Hyperbole

Front

Teacher mentioned a way to earn extra credit: I was all ears.

Back

Onomatopoeia

Front

Hard work is the key to success.

Back

Metaphor

Front

Gary grumpily gathered the garbage.

Back

Alliteration

Front

She swims like a fish.

Back

Simile

Front

Corn popped in the microwave.

Back

Onomatopoeia

Front

The buttery kettle corn was crunchy, salty, and sweet.

Back

Sensory Language