Metaphors Be with you

Metaphors Be with you

Introducing Metaphors

Figurative Language VS Literal Language

• Literal Language Means Exactly what it Says

• Figurative Language is when words are used to create an image or suggest an idea

Multiple Choice

His fingers were like ice cubes!

• Literal Language

• Figurative Language

What does the sentence "His fingers are like ice cubes literally mean!

Multiple Choice

A simile compares two things using the words "Like" or "As"

IT MUST HAVE THE WORDS LIKE OR AS TO BE A SIMILE!

Is the Sentence "This kid is an angel" a simile?

• Yes

• No

If a sentence is comparing two things without using "Like" or "As" it is a Metaphor

• He is a cheetah when he runs.

• Each child is a unique snowflake.

Multiple Select

His homework was a nightmare.

• Metaphor

• Simile

Multiple Choice

She is as sweet as candy.

• Metaphor

• Simile