KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Vocabulary: Metaphor - Explained

The video tutorial explains the use of metaphors, which involve calling something by another name based on its characteristics. It provides examples, such as referring to clouds as 'tufts of cotton wool' due to their fluffy appearance. Additionally, it discusses using metaphors to describe characters, like calling someone a 'demon' to indicate their unpleasant behavior.

What is the primary function of a metaphor?

• To provide a detailed explanation

• To call something by a different name

• To exaggerate a characteristic

• To describe something using its literal name

In the metaphor 'tufts of cotton wool in the sky', what are the tufts of cotton wool referring to?

• Mountains

• Birds

• Snow

• Clouds

Why are clouds compared to tufts of cotton wool in the given example?

• Because they are wet

• Because they are heavy

• Because they are fluffy

• Because they are white

What does calling someone a 'demon' imply in the context of a metaphor?

• They are literally a demon

• They are very quiet

• They are behaving kindly

• They are being unpleasant

In the character metaphor example, what is the person being compared to?

• A teacher

• A hero

• A monster

• A friend