Figurative Language Practice 3/24

What is the meaning of the simile used in the sentence below? Ian shuffled forward like a sloth.

• He moved very slowly.

• He moved clumsily.

• He moved very quickly.

• He moved gracefully.

Answer explanation

The simile "like a sloth" suggests that Ian's movement is very slow, as sloths are known for their sluggishness. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that he moved very slowly.

What is the meaning of the simile used in the sentence below? Daisy’s biscuits melted in my mouth like butter on a hot plate.

• They melted slowly.

• They melted quickly.

• They melted completely.

• They didn’t melt at all.

Answer explanation

The simile compares the quick melting of Daisy's biscuits to butter melting on a hot plate, suggesting they melted quickly and effortlessly, making 'They melted quickly' the correct choice.

What is the meaning of the simile used in the sentence below? Liam’s bedroom looks like a tornado hit it.

• His bedroom is very messy.

• His bedroom is wind-blown.

• His bedroom is very neat.

• His bedroom is windy.

Answer explanation

The simile "like a tornado hit it" suggests chaos and disorder, indicating that Liam's bedroom is very messy. This aligns with the correct answer, as it vividly describes the state of disarray in his room.

What is the meaning of the metaphor used in the sentence below? Jasper’s fingers and toes are icicles.

• They are long and thin.

• They are really hard.

• They are cool.

• They are really cold

Answer explanation

The metaphor "Jasper’s fingers and toes are icicles" suggests that they are very cold, as icicles are associated with low temperatures. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that his fingers and toes are really cold.

What is the meaning of the metaphor used in the sentence below? Chester was a cheetah in today’s race.

• He was really fast.

• He was spotted.

• He was really slow.

• He was furry.

Answer explanation

The metaphor "Chester was a cheetah" implies that Chester was very fast, as cheetahs are known for their speed. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that he was really fast.

What is the meaning of the metaphor used in the sentence below? Mrs. Johnson is an angel.

• She can fly.

• She is super sweet.

• She has wings.

• She is in heaven.

Answer explanation

The metaphor "Mrs. Johnson is an angel" suggests she is kind and caring, similar to how angels are often viewed as benevolent beings. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that "she is super sweet."

What is the meaning of the idiom used in the sentence below? “The assignment totally slipped my mind,” Peyton explained.

• She forgot the assignment.

• She lost the assignment.

• She did not do the assignment.

• She failed the assignment.

Answer explanation

The idiom "slipped my mind" means to forget something. Therefore, when Peyton says the assignment slipped her mind, it indicates she forgot about it.

What type of figurative language is being used in the sentence? The garbage disposal growled when Leo flipped the switch.

• imagery

• idiom

• simile

• personification

Answer explanation

The sentence uses personification, as it attributes human-like qualities to the garbage disposal by saying it 'growled,' suggesting it can make sounds like a living creature.

What type of figurative language is being used in the sentence? At six feet tall, Charles is the jolly green giant in his emerald shirt.

• metaphor

• simile

• idiom

• personification

Answer explanation

The sentence compares Charles to the 'jolly green giant' without using 'like' or 'as', making it a metaphor. It suggests he embodies the qualities of the giant, emphasizing his height and cheerful demeanor.

What type of figurative language is being used in the sentence? The steady tick-tock of the clock lulled Mathew to sleep.

• personification

• metaphor

• onomatopoeia

• alliteration

Answer explanation

The phrase 'tick-tock' mimics the sound of a clock, which is an example of onomatopoeia. It uses sound words to create an auditory effect, helping to convey the calming atmosphere that lulled Mathew to sleep.