Literal and Implied Meaning Day 3

Maria says, “It’s a little chilly in here.”

What is the implied meaning?

• She is talking about the weather outside.

• She thinks the room is slightly cold.

• She wants someone to open a window or adjust the temperature.

• She enjoys the cold.

The sign reads: “Dogs must be on a leash.”

What is the literal meaning?

• Dogs are allowed but must be leashed.

• Dogs are not allowed.

• Only small dogs may enter.

• Dogs must wear collars.

Jake told his friend, “Nice job breaking the vase.”

What is the implied meaning?

• He is genuinely congratulating them.

• He is being sarcastic and upset.

• He thinks the vase wasn’t important.

• He is asking who broke it.

A teacher says, “Some people haven’t turned in their homework.”

What is the implied meaning?

• She is making a general statement.

• She wants the students who didn’t submit to do so immediately.

• She is complimenting the class.

• She forgot who turned in.

Literal meaning is best described as:

• What is suggested but not directly stated.

• The exact, dictionary meaning of the words used.

• A hidden emotional message.

• A sarcastic tone.

Implied meaning is best described as:

• The dictionary meaning.

• The literal meaning of a sentence.

• Something always sarcastic.

• Meaning communicated indirectly or hinted at.

"The ball is under the table."

Is this Literal or Implied?

• Literal

• Implied

"You are the apple of my eye."

Is this Literal or Implied?

• Literal

• Implied

"He has a heart of stone."

Is this Literal or Implied?

• Literal

• Implied

"The sky is blue."

Is this Literal or Implied?

• Literal

• Implied