Figurative Language Quiz

Sophie's father calls her 'Three-sided Sophie.' What type of figurative language is this, and what does it mean?

• She is in 'dreamland,' a metaphor for thinking logically.

• She is in 'earthland,' a metaphor for not being logical.

• She is in 'mule-land,' a metaphor for being hardheaded.

• She is in 'cloudland,' a metaphor for being indecisive.

What similar figurative language could describe Sophie?

• Simile – She is dreamy like a fairy.

• Metaphor – She is a math problem.

• Simile – She is like a dog that won’t give up a bone.

• Hyperbole – She is the most stubborn person in the world.

Uncle Dock calls the wind 'a capricious lady.' What type of figurative language is used?

• Simile – The wind is like a wild animal.

• Personification – The wind is given human qualities.

• Metaphor – The wind is a storm.

• Hyperbole – The wind is the strongest force on Earth.

What does 'capricious lady' mean in this context?

• The wind is playful and friendly.

• The wind is unpredictable and changes suddenly.

• The wind is strong and powerful.

Sophie describes Bompie as having a 'honey tongue.' What is the purpose of this imagery?

• He likes eating honey.

• He is a sweet man who is great at storytelling and can describe anything really well.

• He is a talkative person who never stops speaking.