Figurative Language Review

What does the phrase "a bear of a lesson" mean in the context of the video?

• It refers to a literal bear.

• It means the lesson is easy.

• It indicates that the lesson is difficult.

• It describes a lesson about bears.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

True or False: Figurative language uses descriptions and phrases that are not literal, BUT still add meaning to your understanding of the topic.

• True

• False

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

A metaphor is a​ (a)   ​ while a simile is​ a​ (b)   .

• Comparison that communicate a deeper meaning
• Comparison using "like" or "as"
• Phrase that means the opposite
• Descriptive language

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Consider a mood or a feeling that would describe how you feel about starting Unit 4 today. Choose EITHER a simile or a metaphor to share with me how you are feeling (1 sentence):

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which is an example of personification? Select all that apply

• The wind whispered through the trees.
• The sun smiled brightly in the sky.
• The clock ticked loudly in the silence.
• The car raced down the road.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

Hyperbole is used for what purpose?

• To create a literal statement.

• To express emphasis and importance.

• To describe a person.

• To compare two things directly.

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CCSS.L.11-12.5A

When he references​ (a)   he is referencing this character's​ (b)   . When he is referencs​ ​ (c)   he is referencing this character's​ (d)   .

• Superman
• Strength
• Gollum
• Obsessive tendencies
• Batman
• Spiderman
• Super speed
• Kindness
• Hobbit
• Lord of the Rings

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How familiar were you with the two allusions made in the video? (Allusion to Superman and to Lord of the Rings)

• Never heard of either

• I am familiar with one but not the other

• I am somewhat familiar with both

• I'm an expert on both references

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4