Figurative Language FAST Review

Which sentence uses a metaphor?

• The dog barked loudly all night.

• The classroom was a zoo during recess.

• The bell rang at the end of the day.

• The children lined up quietly.

Which sentence shows personification?

• The wind pushed the door shut.

• The stars danced in the sky.

• The moon is bright tonight.

• The sky was dark and cloudy.

Read the sentence: I have a mountain of homework. What type of figurative language is used?

• Personification

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

Which sentence uses hyperbole?

• I ran to the bus stop.

• My backpack is blue and heavy.

• I have told you a million times.

• The bell rang loudly.

Read the sentence: The alarm clock screamed at me. Which type of figurative language is shown?

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Personification

• Simile

Which sentence uses personification?

• The sun smiled down on the playground.

• The playground was crowded.

• The sun was bright and warm.

• Children played at recess.

Which sentence uses a metaphor to compare two things?

• My backpack was a brick on my shoulders.

• My backpack fell on the floor.

• My backpack has many books.

• My backpack is very heavy.

Read the sentence: The leaves whispered in the wind. What does this sentence include?

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Literal language

Which sentence uses hyperbole?

• I am tired after school.

• I could eat a horse.

• I ate a sandwich for lunch.

• I sat at the table.

Read the sentence: Her smile was sunshine. Which type of figurative language is used?

• Hyperbole

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile