Figurative Language Quiz Review

What is the meaning of the simile in this stanza?

How it clatters along the roofs,
Like the tramp of hoofs
How it gushes and struggles out
From the throat of the overflowing spout! 

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    The rain makes a deafening noise on the rooftop.

• The sound of the rain on the rooftop is soothing.

• The rush of the rainfall is compared to the speed of galloping horses.

• The noise of the rainfall is similar to the pounding of horses' feet as they run.

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What is the meaning of the simile in this stanza?
Across the window-pane
It pours and pours;
And swift and wide,
With a muddy tide,
Like a river down the gutter roars
The rain, the welcome rain!

• The rainwater flows with the force of a river.

• The water from the rain has flooded the river.

• It is raining hard enough to rattle the window.

• Rainwater is seeping inside through the window.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

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What is the meaning of the simile in this stanza?

In the country, on every side,
Where far and wide,
Like a leopard's tawny and spotted hide,
Stretches the plain,
To the dry grass and the drier grain
How welcome is the rain!

• The rain has formed puddles that dot the fields.

• The countryside is underwater due to the rain.

• Thirsty plants have soaked up all of the rainwater.

• Rain has made the fields appear flat and smooth.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

During the week, Nala keeps her room neat and tidy. She makes her bed, puts her clothes away, and straightens things up as part of her daily routine. On weekends though, it is a different story. By Sunday evening, her room is a disaster zone. Her softball uniform, gym bag, and dance shoes may be strewn across the floor because she rushes from one activity to the next. Sleeping bags from slumber parties, art supplies, and books may be found draped across furniture and clumped in corners. Sometimes, it is hard to even enter the room! Nala and her parents came to an agreement about keeping her room clean. As long as she has her room back in perfect order by bedtime on Sundays, she could take Saturdays off.

What is the meaning of the metaphor in the paragraph?

• Because weekends are so busy, Nala spends little time in her room.

• Nala enjoys a variety of fun activities on the weekends.

• On weekends, Nala makes an astounding mess of her room.

• Nala and her parents believe that weekends should be spent relaxing.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

For a kid, it seems like driving a car is the coolest activity ever. However, adults will explain that there are good and bad sides to driving. While it is great to be able to go more places in a car, gas and maintenance can be very expensive. Also, driving a car requires one’s full attention, and there is always the risk of an accident. Adults report that one of the most frustrating things about driving is traffic. My mom says that when she drives home from work each day, the highway is a parking lot. A drive that should only take fifteen minutes can last more than an hour. It makes riding a bike sound a lot better!

What is the meaning of the metaphor in the paragraph?

• Cars are delayed or stopped because so many people are using the road.

• Cars are a better option than bicycles for getting from one place to another.

• Cars are risky to drive and cause more trouble than they are worth.

• Cars give people the freedom to drive wherever they want to go. 

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

Antonio and his brother Jorge have the usual sibling relationship. Most of the time, they get along well and enjoy each other’s company. They share interests, like basketball and drawing. Like all brothers, however, sometimes they have conflicts. Jorge thinks Antonio can be too bossy and insists on always being right. Antonio thinks Jorge can be a nightmare, especially when he follows him everywhere or borrow things without asking. Despite this, the two boys are the best of friends and are always there for each other.

What is the meaning of the metaphor in the paragraph?

• Usually, Jorge feels that Antonio is too controlling.  

• Jorge’s behavior is mostly entertaining to Antonio.

• Antonio and Jorge have nothing in common. 

• At times, Antonio finds Jorge to be very annoying.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

Seeing Marta roller skate for the first time was like watching a newborn horse try to walk. After a wobbly start, she actually began to roll smoothly down the sidewalk. Suddenly though, it seemed that something scared her, or maybe she just became too confident. Each foot seemed to slide out from under her in opposite directions. She flailed her arms about wildly before landing on her side. When she tried to get up again, her feet kept shooting out from underneath her. To her credit, she kept trying!

What is the meaning of the simile in the paragraph?

• It is painful to watch Marta skating.

• Marta’s skating is very awkward.

• Marta’s skating improves quickly.

• Skating comes naturally to Marta.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

The moment that Jack learned he was going to go to soccer camp, time began to move as slowly as a snail. He had been saving all year to be able to go to camp. His parents were proud of his hard work, so they surprised him by helping him pay for camp and completing the registration. Six more long weeks to go! All Jack could think about was camp, and it made each day seem like a week. To take his mind off things, he decided to put more time into practicing. When it was time to go, he would be ready! 

What is the meaning of the simile in the paragraph?

• Jack’s excitement for camp to start makes it difficult to be patient.

• Jack needs more practice to improve his skills in time for camp.

• Jack’s parents really appreciate how much he wants to go to camp.

• Jack knows that going to camp will be worth all the effort he has made.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Read the paragraph.

It would be his turn in less than five minutes. Alex felt his fingers begin to tremble like leaves in the wind. Calm down, he told himself, you have been practicing this for months. Alex was about to walk on stage and perform his first drum solo to an audience of students, parents, and music teachers. He wrote the music himself and could not wait to see how the crowd reacted. Alex took several deep breaths, and he forced himself to imagine a successful outcome. When he heard his name announced, Alex stepped out onto the stage.

What is the meaning of the simile in the paragraph?

• Alex is nervous.

• Alex cannot wait to perform.

• Alex is frustrated.

• Alex does not want to perform.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D