Exploring Figurative Language Techniques

What does figurative language add to words?

• Literal translations

• Simpler interpretations

• Deeper meanings

• Exact meanings

What is an example of literal language?

• You're a doll

• The school is large

• You are skinny as a rail

• The sun danced in the car

How does figurative language affect the reader's understanding?

• Directly states facts

• Limits imagination

• Reduces comprehension

• Makes it more complex

What does 'Emily is burning up' figuratively mean?

• She is on fire

• She is very angry

• She is leaving

• She has a high fever

In the Shrek example, what does Shrek imply by saying 'Ogres are like onions'?

• Ogres make you cry

• Ogres are round

• Ogres have layers

• Ogres smell bad

Why do authors use figurative language?

• To simplify concepts

• To create vivid imagery

• To directly state facts

• To make their writing boring

What does 'busy as a bee' figuratively mean?

• Flying around flowers

• Making honey

• Working hard

• Being an insect

What is the purpose of comparing unfamiliar objects in figurative language?

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce new vocabulary

• To make them more relatable

• To change the subject

What does 'let your mind wander' figuratively suggest?

• To stop thinking

• To get lost

• To physically move

• To think freely

How does figurative language make writing more interesting?

• By repeating facts

• By adding depth and comparisons

• By using complex words

• By simplifying descriptions