Simile/Metaphor: It's a Figure of Speech

Mr. Griot introduces figurative language, focusing on similes and metaphors. He explains how these devices compare things creatively, using examples like 'barking like a dog' for similes and 'my brother is an ox' for metaphors. The video encourages students to write their own similes and metaphors to enhance their writing.

What is the primary purpose of figurative language?

• To simplify language

• To enhance creativity in expression

• To express ideas literally

• To confuse the reader

Which of the following is a characteristic of a simile?

• It avoids comparisons

• It uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison

• It describes literal meanings

• It states one thing is another

Complete the simile: 'He is as brave as a ____.'

• lion

• tree

• stone

• river

Which sentence is an example of a metaphor?

• The classroom was a zoo.

• She runs like the wind.

• He is as tall as a giraffe.

• The sun is shining brightly.

What does the metaphor 'My brother is an ox' imply?

• He is very noisy

• He is very gentle

• He is very slow

• He is very strong

How does a metaphor differ from a simile?

• A metaphor states one thing is another

• A metaphor avoids comparisons

• A metaphor uses 'like' or 'as'

• A metaphor is always literal

What is encouraged at the end of the lesson?

• To memorize definitions

• To read more about literal language

• To practice writing similes and metaphors

• To avoid using figurative language