E1_Figurative Language mini-lesson & CFU

Multiple Choice

Why do writers use figurative language in their writing?

• To create vivid imagery and evoke emotions

• To make their writing more confusing

• To follow strict grammar rules

• To avoid using descriptive words

Open Ended

How can figurative language help readers connect with a text on a deeper level?

Multiple Choice

Which literary device directly compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Open Ended

Describe how simile and metaphor are similar and how they differ, using examples from the slides.

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of using personification in writing?

• To create vivid imagery that strengthens emotional connections

• To exaggerate for emphasis

• To compare two things using 'like' or 'as'

• To appeal to the senses

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are examples of hyperbole?

• Her smile lights up the whole town.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• Her smile is as bright as the sun.

• Life is a roller coaster

Open Ended

Explain how imagery enhances emotional impact in a story. Provide an example from the slides or create your own.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the purpose of symbolism in literature?

• To add humor to a story

• To provide factual information

• To add deeper layers of meaning, allowing readers to connect with broader themes

• To make the story longer

Open Ended

Explain how figurative language can enhance communication and creativity in writing. How does the use of such language help the writer? How does figurative language help a reader?