Figurative Language

Front

Simile: comparison of two objects using 'like' or 'as'.

Back

comparison of two objects using like or as

Front

Metaphor: comparison of two objects without using like or as

Back

comparison of two objects without using like or as

Front

What is personification?

Back

giving nonhuman things human qualities

Front

Hyperbole

Back

A strong exaggeration.

Front

Missed something after sleeping for 100 years.

Back

hyperbole

Front

Tall man compared to a mountain.

Back

simile

Front

This class is a zoo this morning; I can't hear myself think.

Back

metaphor

Front

The Sun hid behind the clouds on a dreary day.

Back

personification

Front

Her eyes were giant saucers watching a suspenseful movie.

Back

metaphor

Front

Walk as quiet as a mouse when sneaking up on your mother.

Back

simile