Imaginative Language Features

Which examples contain a description using colours?

• The ocean was a deep shades sadness.

• Her voice was extremely loud.

• Over the tall hill, the sunset was a painting of oranges, pinks, and purples.

• I didn't know what colour to write in.

Which examples contain onomatopoeia?

• The sizzle of the chicken filled the kitchen as it cooked on the griddle.

• She was not happy today.

• Above me, the rainbow spread its wings over the town.

• As their song got louder, the tweets and chirps of birds built a symphony throughout the garden.

Which sentences are examples of personification?

• The wind howled through the town.

• I ran to my small red car and laughed as I opened the door.

• As they looked down at me, the palm trees smiled and waved joyfully.

• Her hands tapped against the window. She was waiting to be let in.

Which sentence is alliterative?

• Hiking up the mountain was challenging but view from the top was breathtaking.

• The silly snake slithered slowly down the smooth rocks.

• Flowers in the garden were blooming in different colours.

• How could I have forgotten my bag on such an important day?

Which sentences contain similes?

• The road was as slippery as an eel.

• Don't close that red door!

• Who are you?

• Her eyes looked as sharp as a knife.