Exploring Figurative Language Basics

Imagine you're in a magical forest with Charlotte, Kai, and Liam. Which of the following is an enchanting example of a metaphor?

• The leaves danced in the wind.

• The classroom was a zoo.

• She is as busy as a bee.

• He ran like the wind.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Join Grace, Sophia, and Avery on a whimsical adventure to uncover the hidden simile in these enchanting sentences:

• The stars were diamonds in the sky.

• Her smile was a ray of sunshine.

• He was as brave as a lion.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In a real-world scenario, which sentence gives thunder a lively personality?

• The thunder roared angrily, as if it was upset with Daniel.

• Sophia is a shining star in the night sky.

• Liam is as strong as an ox, lifting the heavy weights effortlessly.

• The car zoomed down the street, leaving a trail of dust behind.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey there, language detectives! Can you join Hannah and Benjamin on a quest to uncover the mystery of hyperbole?

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• An extreme exaggeration

• Giving human traits to non-human things

• A direct comparison without using "like" or "as"

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DOK Level 1: Recall

During a lively debate in class, Arjun and Emma are trying to decide which of the following is a classic example of hyperbole. Can you help them?

• The sun smiled down on us.

• I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.

• The wind howled in the night.

• She is as gentle as a lamb.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey there, word wizards! Can you join Abigail and James in spotting the metaphor in these playful sentences?

• The world is a stage.

• He is as fast as a cheetah.

• The flowers nodded their heads.

• She sings like an angel.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Maya and William are having a lively debate! Can you join the fun and help them figure out which sentence is a simile?

• The wind was a howling wolf.

• Her eyes sparkled like diamonds.

• The clock ticked angrily.

• He is a shining star.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey Harper, can you and your friends Elijah and Abigail tell us what personification is in a fun way? Imagine a scenario where the wind whispers secrets to the trees.

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• An extreme exaggeration

• Giving human traits to non-human things

• A direct comparison without using "like" or "as"

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Maya insists she's reminded Arjun a million times about the hyperbole in these sentences. Can you find it?

• The stars danced playfully in the sky.

• The mountain was a giant.

• I've told you a million times.

• The river sang a sweet song.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey there, language detectives! Join Aria, Liam, and Benjamin on a whimsical adventure to spot the personification in these playful sentences. Can you find it?

• The car was a beast on the road.

• The leaves whispered secrets to each other.

• She is as bright as the sun.

• He is a rock.

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DOK Level 1: Recall