Quiz on Figurative Language

Which of the following is a metaphor?

• The sky was as blue as the ocean.

• Time is a thief.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The clock ticked loudly.

Identify the metaphor:

• She runs like the wind.

• He is a lion in battle.

• The stars danced in the sky.

• The door creaked open.

What does "He's the black sheep of the family" imply?

• He's literally a sheep.

• He's unique or different.

• He's a favorite.

• He's invisible.

Which phrase is a metaphor?

• The moon was like a silver coin.

• Her heart is a stone.

• The dog barked loudly.

• The flowers smiled at the sun.

"The world is a stage" suggests:

• Life is a performance.

• We are all actors.

• Both a and b.

• It's literally a stage.

Identify the simile:

• The wind howled in anger.

• Her smile was like sunshine.

• Time flies by.

• The tree stood tall.

Which of the following is a simile?

• He is a rock in tough times.

• She danced like a butterfly.

• The fire roared in the night.

• The ocean was a mirror.

"He is as brave as a lion" illustrates:

• A literal lion.

• Bravery through comparison.

• Both a and b.

• A metaphor.

Find the simile:

• The clock was a ticking bomb.

• Her voice was music to his ears.

• The stars are diamonds in the sky.

• He fought like a warrior.

What does "Her laughter was like a melody" mean?

• Her laughter is music.

• Her laughter is annoying.

• Her laughter is loud.

• Her laughter is rare.