Figurative Language

Front

Comparison using 'like' or 'as'

Back

simile

Front

Repeated consonant sound at the start of words

Back

alliteration

Front

Words that sound like the objects they name or sounds they make

Back

onomatopoeia

Front

Language appealing to the senses

Back

imagery

Front

Qualities of a person given to an animal, object, or idea

Back

personification

Front

Exaggerated statement for effect

Back

hyperbole

Front

Direct comparison without like or as

Back

metaphor

Front

Identify the figurative language: Mr. Macy is as stubborn as a mule.

Back

simile

Front

Identify the figurative language: A dove’s wings whistled over the water.

Back

onomatopoeia

Front

Identify the figurative language: The flowers were crying for my attention.

Back

personification