WorksheetsExploring Figurative Language
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a simile? Give an example.
A simile is a type of metaphor that compares two unrelated things directly.
An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was like the sun, bright and warm.'
An example of a simile is: 'He runs as fast as a cheetah.'
A simile is a figure of speech that uses hyperbole to exaggerate.
Identify the simile in this sentence: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'
like sunshine
her smile was a flower
like a gentle breeze
as bright as a star
What is a metaphor? Provide an example.
A metaphor is a type of simile that uses 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'He runs like the wind.'
A metaphor is a literal description of an object. Example: 'The sky is blue.'
A metaphor is a synonym for a hyperbole. Example: 'I have a ton of homework.'
A metaphor is a figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlike things. Example: 'Time is a thief.'
Find the metaphor in this phrase: 'Time is a thief.'
Thieves steal time from others.
Time is a valuable resource.
Time is compared to a thief.
Time is a fleeting moment.
What does personification mean?
Personification means attributing human traits to non-human things.
Using metaphors to compare two things
Describing a person in a negative way
Giving animals the ability to speak
Identify the personification in this sentence: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'
The flowers sang a sweet melody
The wind whispered
The sun smiled down on the field
The trees danced in the wind
What is hyperbole? Give an example.
An example of hyperbole is: 'I have a million things to do.'
Hyperbole is a form of understatement.
An example of hyperbole is: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'
Hyperbole is a type of metaphor.
Find the hyperbole in this statement: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'
I could eat a horse.
I’m so full I can’t eat anything.
I could eat a small snack.
I’m starving for a salad.
What is imagery in literature?
Imagery is the use of metaphors and similes exclusively.
Imagery refers to the overall theme of a literary work.
Imagery is a type of poetry that focuses on rhythm.
Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses in literature.
Analyze the imagery in this sentence: 'The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with shades of pink and orange.'
The imagery conveys a beautiful sunset with warm colors.
The imagery depicts a busy cityscape at noon.
The sentence illustrates a winter morning with snowflakes.
The imagery describes a stormy night with dark clouds.
