Figurative Language Assessment #1

...language that goes beyond the normal meaning of the words used.

...the words mean exactly what they say; no comparisons, no symbolism, just obvious, dictionary definitions.

...symbolism or comparison is being used; the words don't mean exactly what they say.

...represented by a figure or symbol.

...language that goes beyond the normal meaning of the words used.

...represented by a figure or symbol.

...symbolism, comparison, or a figure of speech is being used; the words don't mean exactly what they say.

...all of the above.

A figure of speech in which animals, ideas, or objects are given human characteristics or form.

A figure of speech in which a comparison is drawn between two dissimilar or unlike things WITHOUT the use of like or as.

A figure of speech in which a comparison is made between unlike or dissimilar objects using the words like or as.

A figure of speech in which an exaggeration or overstatement is made to illustrate a point.

metaphor

personification

simile

antithesis

Being kind to others will benefit you greatly.

Only you can control what other people say and do.

Invest your money wisely.

No matter how much money you have, you are always rich in spirit.

empathy = evil

fascination = evil

evil = absence of empathy

idea = evil

personification

metaphor

simile

hyperbole

Happiness can be found if you dig deeply.

Only the person or people involved truly know what’s going on, so don't judge a book by it's cover.

Treat people with respect, and they will respect you in return.

Let the soup cool, or you may burn your tongue.

Synecdoche because a part (someone's mind) is representing a whole (person).

Metaphor because minds and ideas are being explicitly compared.

Hyperbole because she is using exaggeration.

Simile because of the comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

Always talk about others, as long as you do it in a positive way.

If you talk about ideas and events, you won’t have time to gossip.

"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” –Confucius

Try to talk more about ideas and events and less about people. Don't gossip.

simile

explicit metaphor

personification

hyperbole

obstacles or difficulties

friendship and family

joy and happiness

relationships and love

Be yourself no matter the cost.

Think before you speak.

All obstacles are actually opportunities.

Love your family and respect your teachers.

simile

metaphor

personification

none - the quote is literal

Determine the meaning of a relatively common word or phrase using clear context clues.

Determine the best textual evidence for a simple inference.

Identify the central idea or theme of a passage that has a single, clear purpose.

Determine the meaning of a moderately challenging figurative expression.