Exploring Figurative Language

What is a metaphor?

• A metaphor is a literal description of an object.

• A metaphor is a synonym for a word.

• A metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things.

• A metaphor is a type of simile.

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Identify the metaphor in this sentence: 'Time is a thief.'

• Time is a journey.

• Time is a thief.

• Time is a friend.

• Time is a puzzle.

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Which of the following is an example of hyperbole? A) 'I am so hungry I could eat a horse.' B) 'The sky is blue.' C) 'She runs like the wind.'

• C) 'She runs like a cheetah.'

• A) 'I am so hungry I could eat a horse.'

• D) 'It's raining cats and dogs.'

• E) 'He is as tall as a mountain.'

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Differentiate between a simile and a metaphor.

• A simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, whereas a metaphor states one thing is another.

• A metaphor uses 'like' or 'as', while a simile states one thing is another.

• Both similes and metaphors use 'like' or 'as' for comparisons.

• A simile is a direct statement, while a metaphor is an indirect comparison.

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Explain the effect of hyperbole in writing.

• Hyperbole is primarily used to confuse the reader.

• Hyperbole has no impact on the emotional tone of a piece.

• Hyperbole is used to create a literal meaning in writing.

• Hyperbole creates emphasis and evokes strong emotions in writing.

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Write a sentence using a metaphor.

• Life is a journey.

• Her smile was a ray of sunshine.

• The world is a stage.

• Time is a thief.

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Identify the simile in this sentence: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

• as bright as a star

• like a gentle breeze

• her smile was a flower

• like sunshine

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Which sentence contains hyperbole? A) 'He is as brave as a lion.' B) 'I have a million things to do today.' C) 'The stars twinkled in the night sky.'

• A) 'She runs faster than the wind.'

• B) 'I have a million things to do today.'

• D) 'He has the strength of a thousand men.'

• C) 'The sun is shining brightly today.'

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What is the main purpose of using metaphors in writing?

• To confuse the reader and obscure meaning.

• To provide a literal interpretation of ideas.

• To limit the scope of imagination in writing.

• The main purpose of using metaphors in writing is to create vivid imagery and enhance understanding.

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Choose the correct metaphor: 'The world is a stage.' or 'The world is like a stage.'

• The world is an arena.

• The world is similar to a stage.

• The world resembles a stage.

• The world is a stage.

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