Metaphor Meaning

Metaphor Meaning

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English

11th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one thing is another, highlighting similarities between them.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a metaphor differ from a simile?

Back

A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison between two different things.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

Back

Metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery, conveying emotions, and making complex ideas more relatable and understandable.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the metaphor in the sentence: 'Time is a thief.' What does it mean?

Back

The metaphor suggests that time steals moments from our lives, emphasizing how quickly time passes and how we often lose opportunities.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the metaphor 'The classroom was a zoo,' what does it imply about the classroom environment?

Back

It implies that the classroom was chaotic and noisy, similar to the wildness of a zoo.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the metaphor 'He has a heart of stone' suggest about a person?

Back

It suggests that the person is emotionally cold, unfeeling, or lacking compassion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain the metaphor in the phrase 'The world is a stage.'

Back

It implies that life is like a performance, where people play different roles and act out their lives in front of others.

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