Skinny Tomboy Fig. Language Part 2

A. DIRECTIONS: Read each of the following lines from “I Was a Skinny Tomboy Kid.” Then, on the line, write the type of figurative language used (simile, metaphor, or personification).

1. _______________ I grew like a thin, stubborn weed

Read the following sentences. Then, on the line, identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. Write S if the sentence contains a simile, M if it contains a metaphor, or P if it contains personification.

1. ____ The old tractor complained when started.

Read the following sentences. Then, on the line, identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. Write S if the sentence contains a simile, M if it contains a metaphor, or P if it contains personification.

2. ____ Keisha’s painting was like a breath of fresh air.

Read the following sentences. Then, on the line, identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. Write S if the sentence contains a simile, M if it contains a metaphor, or P if it contains personification.

3. ____ Deshawn’s new job is a rollercoaster.

Read the following sentences. Then, on the line, identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. Write S if the sentence contains a simile, M if it contains a metaphor, or P if it contains personification.

4. ____ The flowers danced in the breeze.

Read the following sentences. Then, on the line, identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. Write S if the sentence contains a simile, M if it contains a metaphor, or P if it contains personification.

5. ____ In the sunlight, the snow crystals sparkled like diamonds.