Figurative vs. Literal Language
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English
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9th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Easy
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John Kerr
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean when words are used literally?
They are used to confuse people.
They are used in a playful way.
They are used to tell a story.
They convey their main or basic meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the figurative meaning of 'spill the beans'?
To go to the side.
To dance.
To run away.
To reveal a secret.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.5B
CCSS.L.5.5B
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the literal meaning of 'spill the beans'?
To sing.
To sleep.
To eat.
To actually spill beans on the floor.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the figurative meaning of holding onto something?
To jump high.
To run fast.
To keep a secret.
To let go.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between figurative and literal language?
Figurative is real; literal is not.
Figurative uses comparisons; literal means exactly.
Literal is poetic; figurative is factual.
Literal has hidden meanings; figurative is direct.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
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