If someone is described as being “as busy as a bee,” what does it mean?
They are very lazy.
They are working hard and staying active.
They are taking a nap.
They are making a buzzing sound.
“The car was as slow as a snail.” What does this simile suggest?
The car was moving very quickly.
The car was moving very slowly.
The car was not moving at all.
The car was making a loud noise.
“The new baby was as cute as a button.” What does this simile suggest?
The baby was very sleepy.
The baby was very small and adorable.
The baby was very round.
The baby was making a lot of noise.
“The baby was as quiet as a mouse.” What does this simile suggest?
The baby was very small.
The baby was making a squeaking noise.
The baby was very quiet.
The baby was very loud.
“The water was as smooth as glass.” What does this mean?
The water was very choppy.
The water was completely still.
The water was very cold.
The water was rough and wavy.
"His voice was as deep as the ocean.” What does this simile suggest?
His voice was very rough.
His voice was high-pitched.
His voice was very quiet.
His voice was very deep.
What does the simile “as cool as a cucumber” mean?
Someone is very calm and relaxed.
Someone is nervous and anxious.
Someone is feeling cold.
Someone is acting silly.
"Her explanation was as clear as crystal.” What does this simile mean?
Her explanation was about glass.
Her explanation was as clear as crystal.” What does this sim
Her explanation was very confusing.
Her explanation was very short.
“The old man’s hands were as rough as sandpaper.” What does this mean?
His hands were very large.
His hands were smooth.
His hands were rough and coarse.
His hands were very warm.
“The ice cream melted like butter on a hot day.” What does this simile mean?
The ice cream was very hard to eat.
The ice cream was frozen solid.
The ice cream melted quickly.
The ice cream was very soft.
“His mind was as sharp as a tack.” What does this simile mean?
He was very clumsy.
He was very intelligent and quick-witted.
He was feeling very tired.
He was angry and frustrated.
What does the simile “like a deer in headlights” mean?
Someone is feeling very happy.
Someone is running very fast.
Someone is frozen in fear or surprise.
Someone is acting very gracefully.
“The boy was as hungry as a bear.” What does this simile mean?
The boy was eating very slowly.
The boy was not hungry at all.
The boy was acting like an animal.
The boy was very hungry.
What does the simile “as light as a feather” mean?
Something is floating in the air.
Something is very heavy.
Something is very soft.
Something is very light in weight.
"Her voice was like music to my ears.” What does this simile mean?
Her voice was very quiet.
Her voice was pleasant and enjoyable to listen to.
Her voice was loud and annoying.
Her voice was difficult to understand.
“He was as tall as a skyscraper.” What does this simile suggest?
He was very tall.
He was very short.
He was very wide.
He was very strong.
“His temper was like a volcano ready to erupt.” What does this simile mean?
He was very happy.
He was feeling very cold.
He was about to get very angry.
He was calm and peaceful.
What does the simile “as sly as a fox” most likely mean?
Very clumsy
Very kind
Very sneaky and clever
Very slow
“The dog was as loyal as a soldier.” What does this simile mean?
The dog was very friendly.
The dog was very lazy.
The dog was aggressive.
The dog was very loyal and faithful.
“The stars sparkled like diamonds in the sky.” What does this simile suggest?
The stars were moving fast.
The stars were small and dull.
The stars were very far away.
The stars were bright and shiny.
What does the simile “as fast as lightning” mean?
Very loud
Very fast
Very bright
Very slow
“Her laughter was like bells ringing.” What does this simile suggest?
Her laughter was soft and gentle.
Her laughter was musical and cheerful.
Her laughter was loud and unpleasant.
Her laughter was deep and serious.
Her smile was as bright as the sun.” What does this simile suggest?
Her smile was very small.
Her smile was painful to look at.
Her smile was warm and cheerful.
Her smile was not noticeable.
If someone says, “He was as brave as a lion,” what are they saying?
He was very strong.
He was very quiet.
He was very courageous.
He was very hungry.