Figurative Language
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English
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5th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is figurative language?
Back
Figurative language is a way of using words to create a special effect or meaning, often by comparing things or describing them in a non-literal way.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simile?
Back
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.
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CCSS.RL.3.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a metaphor?
Back
A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.
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CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is hyperbole?
Back
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I could sleep for a thousand years'.
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CCSS.L.11-12.5A
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an idiom?
Back
An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily.
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CCSS.L.4.5B
CCSS.L.5.5B
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a proverb/adage?
Back
A proverb or adage is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice. For example, 'A penny saved is a penny earned'.
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CCSS.L.4.5B
CCSS.L.5.5B
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'pulling your leg' mean?
Back
'Pulling your leg' is an idiom that means to tease or joke with someone.
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CCSS.L.4.5B
CCSS.L.5.5B
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