Purpose of Figurative Language
Authored by Sarah Williams
English
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In the book, the author writes, "The night was a blanket, covering the city." What is the purpose of this metaphor?
To show that the city is warm.
To suggest that the city is hidden or quiet at night.
To indicate that the city is asleep.
To imply that the city is cold.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the author's purpose in using the metaphor "life was a rollercoaster" in the story?
To describe a fun and exciting experience.
To illustrate the ups and downs of the character's life.
To show that the character loves amusement parks.
To indicate that the character is afraid of heights.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In the book, the author writes, "His heart was a drum, pounding in his chest." What does this figurative language suggest?
The character is calm and relaxed.
The character is feeling musical.
The character is nervous or excited.
The character is physically active.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why might the author have chosen to describe the city as "a jungle of concrete and steel"?
To highlight the city's natural beauty.
To emphasise the complexity and chaos of the urban environment.
To suggest that the city is a dangerous place.
To show that the city is full of wildlife.
5.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
1 min • 10 pts
Why do writers use figurative language when they tell a story? Think about how the figurative language in The Ravine improved the story.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why do people use figurative language?
To make writing more interesting and to create images in the reader's head.
To use fancy big words.
To make their writing longer.
To create a universal truth or deeper message.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why do people use figurative language?
To make their writing interesting and visual, or to emphasis an idea and make a point.
To be grammatically correct.
To structure their writing into paragraphs.
Because Beyonce uses it in her songs.
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