Figurative Language and Word Choices

What is the function of figurative language in a text?

• The function of figurative language in a text is to enhance the reader's understanding and experience by using creative and imaginative language.

• Figurative language in a text is used to provide literal and straightforward descriptions.

• The function of figurative language in a text is to confuse and frustrate the reader.

• Figurative language in a text serves no purpose and is just a waste of words.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

How does specific word choice impact the meaning of a text?

• Specific word choice only impacts the length of a text

• Specific word choice has no impact on the meaning of a text

• Specific word choice can impact the meaning of a text by conveying different emotions, nuances, and implications. It can also shape the reader's understanding and perception of the content.

• Specific word choice always conveys the same emotions and implications

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In the sentence 'The stars danced in the night sky', what type of figurative language is used?

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Explain the impact of the word 'gloomy' on the tone of the passage.

• The word 'gloomy' contributes to a humorous or lighthearted tone in the passage.

• The word 'gloomy' contributes to a negative or pessimistic tone in the passage.

• The word 'gloomy' contributes to a cheerful or optimistic tone in the passage.

• The word 'gloomy' has no impact on the tone of the passage.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In the sentence 'Her smile was as bright as the sun', what type of figurative language is used?

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Simile

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

What does the phrase 'broke the ice' mean in the context of the story?

• To melt the ice completely

• To create a new type of ice

• To initiate a conversation or activity in a social setting.

• To fix a broken piece of ice

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Identify the figurative language in the sentence 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Simile

• Onomatopoeia

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

How does the word 'ominous' contribute to the meaning of the paragraph?

• It adds a sense of foreboding or unease to the overall tone of the paragraph.

• It has no impact on the overall tone of the paragraph

• It contributes to the sense of joy and happiness in the paragraph

• It lightens the mood of the paragraph

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Explain the meaning of the phrase 'raining cats and dogs' in the passage.

• It means it is raining heavily.

• It means it is raining lightly.

• It means it is snowing heavily.

• It means the weather is sunny and clear.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What effect does the word 'melancholy' have on the tone of the poem?

• It creates a joyful and uplifting tone.

• It creates a somber and reflective tone.

• It has no effect on the tone of the poem.

• It makes the tone of the poem aggressive and confrontational.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B