Vocabulary Nuances

A euphemism is...

• polite, indirect expressions that replace words and phrases considered harsh and impolite, or which suggest something unpleasant

• A lie

• a comparison using like or as

• a metaphor

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Kicked the bucket or Passed away is a _________.

• euphemism

• simile

• symbolism

• imagery

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

An oxymoron is a(n)...

• story

• contradiction

• exaggeration

• lie

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Bittersweet and Jumbo Shrimp are

• similes

• metaphors

• Oxymorons

• Hyberboles

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Verbal Irony is...

• when a person says one thing, but means another

• when you know something is going to happen

• When you think you're cool

• A lie

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

A pun is...

(pick 2)

• verbal irony

• a joke

• use of a word in such a way as to suggest two or more of its meanings or the meaning of another word similar in sound.

• A lie

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

An allusion is a(n)...

• an implied or indirect reference to a person, event, or thing or to a part of another text.

• a lie

• the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

• idea

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

The bruise on George’s foot felt as big as an elephant. 
What are the words in blue an example of?

• Simile
• Metaphor

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Mom was a busy beaver as she prepared for the holiday party.
What are the words in blue an example of?

• Simile
• Metaphor

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Imagery is used to appeal to the senses. These include:

• Sight, Smell, Sound, Taste, Touch 
• Sight, Smell, Sound
• Taste and Touch
• Smell, Sound, Taste

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5