Figurative Language Review: Metaphor, Simile, and Personification

What is the main purpose of understanding figurative language in 8th grade?

• To memorize definitions of literary terms

• To improve spelling and grammar

• To enhance reading comprehension and creativity

• To prepare for high school literature classes

What does the phrase 'the apple of my eye' imply in figurative language?

• An eye condition

• A healthy dietary choice

• Something or someone greatly cherished

• A preference for apples

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• "She is as brave as a lion"

• "He has a heart of stone"

• "The world is your oyster"

• "Life is a highway"

How does figurative language enhance writing?

• By reducing the word count

• By simplifying concepts

• By adding complexity and depth

• By making it more factual

Which literary device is used to draw a direct comparison between two things?

• Personification

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

What distinguishes a metaphor from a simile?

• Use of the words 'like' or 'as'

• Comparison of two unlike things

• Giving human traits to non-human subjects

• Exaggerating to make a point

What is the effect of using hyperbole in writing?

• It clarifies details

• It confuses the reader

• It exaggerates to emphasize a point

• It makes the writing more formal

Which of the following is NOT an example of personification?

• "Time marches on"

• "She is the apple of my eye"

• "The car complained as it climbed the hill"

• "The wind whispered through the trees"

What does it mean when a writer uses personification?

• They give human traits to non-human subjects

• They directly compare two things

• They use 'like' or 'as' in descriptions

• They exaggerate for effect

Why is it important to practice creating figurative language?

• To follow grammar rules

• To memorize literature

• To communicate more effectively

• To pass standardized tests