Interpret Figurative Language

Interpret Figurative Language

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, suggesting a similarity between them.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the metaphor 'Conscience is a man's compass' suggest?

Back

Your conscience guides you to act the right way.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is verbal irony?

Back

A contrast between expectation and reality, where a person says or writes one thing but means another.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the simile 'You're as cold as ice' suggest?

Back

The song is about someone that doesn't care.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify an example of hyperbole.

Back

I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an allusion?

Back

A reference to a well-known work of literature, art, music, etc.

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