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Figurative Language

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    A Day at the Market narrative
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  • Simile Identification: What does the simile “excitement buzzing in her chest like a hive of bees” tell you about how Maria is feeling?
    She is calm and relaxed.
    She is very excited and full of energy.
    She is nervous and anxious.
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  • Metaphor Understanding: In the line “His voice as warm as the sun on her face,” what does the metaphor suggest about Maria’s father?
    He speaks loudly and strongly
    He is kind and comforting.
    He is tired and quiet.
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  • Idioms in Context: The farmer says, “These are the cream of the crop.” What does this idiom mean?
    The apples are spoiled and unusable.
    The apples are the best ones available.
    The apples are very expensive.
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  • Simile Analysis: What does the simile “shiny and red like little rubies” suggest about the apples?
    They are small and dull.
    They are sour and not ready to eat.
    They are bright, colorful, and valuable-looking.
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  • Metaphor Interpretation: In the sentence “A loaf of bread that smelled like home,” what is the author trying to say about the bread?
    The bread is stale and unappetizing.
    The bread smells like flowers.
    The bread reminds Maria of warmth and comfort.
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