Figurative Language

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English

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9th - 12th Grade

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Easy

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CCSS

L.3.5A, L.4.5, L.6.5A

Standards-aligned

Courtney Kline

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12 Slides • 4 Questions

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using figurative language?

To confuse the audience

To convey complex descriptions or emotions quickly and effectively

To use language literally

To avoid engaging with the audience

Multiple Choice

"The wind sadly whispered through the trees." This is an example of ...

Metaphor

Alliteration

Personification

Onomatopoeia

Multiple Choice

"My flower was begging me for water."

What does this figurative language mean?

Personification

The flower was dried out and needed to be watered.

The flower asked to be watered.

The plant had plenty of water.

Poll

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