Figurative Language

Front

On a cold winter day, I was snug as a bug in a rug.

Back

I was cozy in my bed.

Front

The room was as filthy as a pigsty.

Back

The room was a mess.

Front

James' mother was as proud as a peacock when he became a doctor.

Back

James' mother was proud of him.

Front

Dennis threw a tantrum over a tiny thing; he was acting like a baby.

Back

Dennis was acting childish.

Front

The pirate had manners like a savage.

Back

The pirate did not have good manners.

Front

The new teacher was as sweet as apple pie on the first day of school.

Back

The new teacher was nice.

Front

The shopping center was like a three-ring circus before Christmas.

Back

The shopping center was really busy.

Front

Mr. Potter expected his class to be silent while he was talking.

Back

The class could not make a sound.

Front

Michael was as explosive as a volcano when he found out his bike was stolen.

Back

Michael was angry.

Front

The Indian chief was as wise as an owl.

Back

The chief knew a lot of things.