Figurative Language: Idioms

Figurative Language make comparison between  _____________ to paint a picture for the reader.

• very different things

• things that are alot alike.

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Do idioms mean exactly what they say?

• Yes

• No

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What does the idiom "Break a leg," actually mean? 

• I hope you get hurt.

• I hope you do a terrible job.

• I wish you the best of luck. 

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does the idiom "Good things come to those who wait," actually mean?

• Waiting is a good thing to do

• If you are patient, you might get something good.

• Only people who are patient can have pets. 

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does the idiom, "Better late than never," actually mean?

• It's better to be late than to never arrive.

• If you are late, you will never get there.

• You should always be running late.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does the idiom, "Costs an arm and a leg," actually mean?

• It means that the item is dangerous and could cause you to lose an arm or a leg. 

• It means the item is very expensive.

• It is item someone would buy at Halloween. 

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does the teacher mean?

• Don't take shortcuts.

• Scissors aren't allowed

• Do your work quickly. 

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the idiom, "When pigs fly," actually mean?

• Someday pigs will evolve to have wings and fly.

• It means something will probably never happen.

• It means something is as funny as a flying pig. 

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does, "Time flies when you're having fun." mean?

• The clock turns in to Superman and flies.

• Time passes quickly when you are having fun.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What is an idiom?

• Phrase or sentence that does not literally mean what it says

• A silly saying from ancient times

• A phrase that exagerates and truth or a fact

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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