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WorksheetsUnderstanding Figurative Language and Purpose
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
In "Boy Everywhere," the author uses the phrase "a sea of faces" to describe a crowded place. What is the figurative meaning of this phrase?
The place is near the ocean.
There are many people in the area.
The people are all wearing blue.
The people are all looking the same.
What is the author's purpose in using the metaphor "life was a rollercoaster" in the story?
To describe a fun and exciting experience.
To illustrate the ups and downs of the character's life.
To show that the character loves amusement parks.
To indicate that the character is afraid of heights.
In the book, the author writes, "His heart was a drum, pounding in his chest." What does this figurative language suggest?
The character is calm and relaxed.
The character is feeling musical.
The character is nervous or excited.
The character is physically active.
Why might the author have chosen to describe the city as "a jungle of concrete and steel"?
To highlight the city's natural beauty.
To emphasise the complexity and chaos of the urban environment.
To suggest that the city is a dangerous place.
To show that the city is full of wildlife.
The author uses the simile "as quiet as a mouse" to describe a character. What is the purpose of this simile?
To show that the character is small.
To indicate that the character is timid or silent.
To suggest that the character is sneaky.
To imply that the character is afraid of cats.
In "Boy Everywhere," the phrase "the world was a blur" is used. What does this figurative language imply?
The character is moving very fast.
The character is having trouble seeing clearly.
The character is overwhelmed or confused.
The character is dreaming.
What is the author's purpose in describing the protagonist's journey as "a path of thorns"?
To show that the journey is painful and difficult.
To indicate that the journey is beautiful.
To suggest that the journey is short.
To imply that the journey is easy.
The author uses the expression "time flew by" in the story. What does this figurative language mean?
Time moved very slowly.
Time passed quickly.
Time was irrelevant.
Time was controlled by the character.
Why does the author describe the character's voice as "a whisper in the wind"?
To show that the character is speaking loudly.
To indicate that the character's voice is soft and barely heard.
To suggest that the character is singing.
To imply that the character is angry.
In the book, the author writes, "The night was a blanket, covering the city." What is the purpose of this metaphor?
To show that the city is warm.
To suggest that the city is hidden or quiet at night.
To indicate that the city is asleep.
To imply that the city is cold.
What does the author mean by describing the character's mind as "a storm of thoughts"?
The character is calm and focused.
The character is experiencing a lot of mental activity or confusion.
The character is thinking about the weather.
The character is angry.
Why might the author use the phrase "a glimmer of hope" in the story?
To show that hope is bright and overwhelming.
To indicate that hope is small but present.
To suggest that hope is fading.
To imply that hope is unattainable.
The author describes a character's laughter as "music to his ears." What is the figurative meaning of this expression?
The character is a musician.
The laughter is pleasant and enjoyable to hear.
The character dislikes the laughter.
The laughter is loud and disruptive.
What is the author's purpose in using the phrase "a mountain of problems"?
To show that the problems are small and easy to solve.
To indicate that the problems are numerous and difficult to overcome.
To suggest that the problems are related to nature.
To imply that the problems are imaginary.
In "Boy Everywhere," the author uses the phrase "a river of tears." What does this figurative language suggest?
The character is crying a lot.
The character is near a river.
The character is happy.
The character is swimming.
