Figurative Set #1, (Similes, metaphors & personification) | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

English 21 Public

Identifying figurative language

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Comparing one thing with another using "like" or "as" is called a _____________.

simile

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Comparing one thing with another without using "like" or "as" is called a __________________.

metaphor

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______________________ is used to give an animal or object human traits or characteristics.

Personification

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4. Salma is like a walking encyclopedia. She is so knowledgeable. (Name the figure of speech here.)

Simile

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5. Belal is a palm tree. Look how tall he is! (Name the figure of speech here!)

Metaphor

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6. What is the difference between a SIMILE and a METAPHOR?

Simile (Comparing two things using like or as) Metaphor (Comparing two things without using like or as)

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7. The strawberries reddened telling me, "I taste so good!"

personification

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8. They always fight like cats and dogs. Super disturbing to their neighbours! (What figure of speech do we have here?)

Simile

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9. Laila is a shining star today! (What figurative language do we have here?)

Metaphor

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10. The snowflakes are dancing in the air. (Name the figure of speech here!)

Personification

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11. The kids are as beautiful as little daisies. Super attractive! (Name the figure of speech here!)

Simile

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12. The calm lake was a mirror. You could see your face reflected with all expressions and gestures on it. (Name the figure of speech here!)

Metaphor

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13. The man turned suddenly into a raging bull. (Name the figure of speech here!)

Metaphor

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14.The kids were like monkeys on the jungle gym.(Name the figure of speech here!)

Simile

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15. I am a night owl. I do all my assignments at night. (Name the figure of speech here!)

Metaphor

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15. Look at the stars! They are sparkling diamonds. (Name the figure of speech here!)

Metaphor

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