Figurative Language (Simile, Metaphor, and Personification)

Lines 1 and 2 of the poem are an example of-

• simile

• personification

• metaphor

• idiom

What is the most likely reason the poet includes the simile "My mom is like a cloud, comfortable and strong."

• to show that the speaker's mom is upset

• to show that the speaker feels protected by her mom

• to explain how clouds are formed

• to show how the speaker feels when it rains

The reader can tell that this is a free-verse poem because-

• it tells a story

• it is funny

• it does not rhyme

• it has repetition

Which type of figurative language does the poet use throughout the poem?

• simile

• metaphor

• idiom

• personification

Which sentence best shows an example of personification?

• Rita heard the last piece of pie calling her name.

• They fought like cats and dogs.

• Her eyes were diamonds.

• Don't let the cat out of the bag.

In line 3, "homework is a bee sting on your tongue" suggests that homework-

• is fun to do when it is about bees.

• makes the speaker feel happy.

• stung the speaker really hard.

• is the worst.

Which lines form the poem shows an example of a metaphor?

• line 1

• line 2

• line 8

• line 10