Figurative Language Quiz

In Passage 2 (Urgent Tone), the phrase "the clock is ticking" is an example of which type of figurative language?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Personification

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 4 (Hopeful Tone), the phrase "the story of hope and endurance" is an example of:

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Personification

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 3 (Indifferent Tone), the phrase "the ocean offers no guarantees" gives the ocean human-like qualities. What type of figurative language is this?

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 4, when the author says, "these ancient creatures continue their journey, reminding us of the power of persistence," what is the purpose of this figurative language?

• To emphasize the turtles' strength

• To criticize humans for not helping

• To suggest the turtles are weak

• To show that the turtles are in immediate danger

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 2, the author uses the phrase "they face a race for survival." This is an example of:

• Hyperbole

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is an example of imagery in Passage 2?

• "Thousands of sea turtles die each year."

• "Plastic pollution fills the water, and many young turtles mistake it for food."

• "The clock is ticking."

• "The world keeps moving."

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 4, the phrase "conservation projects are making a difference" is an example of:

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Personification

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which sentence from Passage 3 (Indifferent Tone) best represents the use of imagery?

• The sun set over the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink.

• The meeting was scheduled for 3 PM.

• She felt indifferent about the outcome of the game.

• The book was placed on the table.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following best describes the use of figurative language in Passage 2's urgent tone?

• It uses personification to highlight the turtles’ emotions.

• It uses metaphors to compare the situation to a race against time.

• It uses similes to compare sea turtles to other animals.

• It uses hyperbole to make the problem seem larger than it is.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Passage 1 (Objective Tone), which sentence uses imagery to help the reader visualize the challenges sea turtles face?

• Sea turtles have lived in the oceans for millions of years.

• The hatchlings must crawl out of the sand and make their way to the ocean.

• Only a few hatchlings will survive and reach the water.

• Sea turtles travel long distances to find food and places to lay their eggs.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4