Figurative vs Literal Language

Eric thinks doing schoolwork is one big video game.

• Figurative

• Literal

Lauren has made up her mind to volunteer every Tuesday after school.

• Figurative

• Literal

Thinking about summer camp makes me feel like a bundle of joy and sunshine.

• Figurative

• Literal

As I delivered my speech, my voice sounded as if I'd swallowed rocks and sand.

• Figurative

• Literal

Emma may seem clumsy, but onstage she dances like a gazelle.

• Figurative

• Literal

Jacob expresses many feelings through his photography.

• Figurative

• Literal

My teammate is a snail and a turtle combined!

• Figurative

• Literal

Before the soccer match, both teams attended a sportsmanship program.

• Figurative

• Literal

I have a ton of paperwork to do before I can enjoy the sun this summer.

• Figurative

• Literal

Sometimes I have to be my little brother's brain.

• Figurative

• Literal