Compound or Complex? We went ahead and ate since you were running late.
Complex (contains the dependent clause "since you were running late")
Name the type of figurative language. Has the cat got your tongue?
Idiom It means you are not talking.
How many adjectives? Our next game will be played on Tuesday.
2 (our next)
Where is the adverb? Tie your shoes tightly so they won't come undone.
tightly
Name the type of figurative language. They fought like cats and dogs.
simile
Name the type of figurative language. She is a shining star.
metaphor
Compound or Complex? I made an A on my test although I forgot to study.
Complex (contains the dependent clause "although I forgot to study")
Where's the adverb? I really appreciate your kind words.
really
What type of figurative language? The run-down house appeared depressed.
personification
What type of figurative language? Pride goes before a fall.
Proverb/adage
Name the type of figurative language. The trees seemed to stand at attention for her as she walked down the peaceful trail.
personification
Where is the adverb? Can we play a board game tonight?
tonight
What type of figurative language? You are driving me up the wall!
idiom
Name the type of figurative language. I heard that last piece of pie calling my name.
personification
What type of figurative language? Life is a roller coaster.
metaphor
What type of figurative language? Don't count your chickens before they hatch.
Proverb/adage
Name the type of figurative language. There is no shame in not knowing; the shame lies in not finding out.
proverb
Compound or Complex? I cannot go to the concert; I have practice.
Compound (Both sides are Independent clauses.)
Name the type of figurative language. Stop beating around the bush!
idiom (meaning to talk straight and say what you mean)
Compound or Complex? I let her off work early because she did not feel well.
Complex (It contains the dependent clause "because she did not feel well.")
What type of figurative language? He is a night owl.
metaphor
Compound or Complex? Sally brought the chips, but she forgot the dip.
Compound (contains two independent clauses joined by a comma and coordinating conjunction)
What type of figurative language? He is as strong as an ox.
simile
Name the type of figurative language. A tree is known by its fruit.
proverb
Name that type of figurative language. Your singing is killing me!
hyperbole
Where is the adverb? I always win in a tennis match.
always
Complex or Compound? When you brush your teeth, don't forget to massage your gums.
complex (contains the dependent clause "When you brush your teeth")
Name the type of figurative language. I am so hungry I could eat an elephant!!
hyperbole
Name the type of figurative language. Her teacher told Lisa to break a leg as she prepared to perform a solo in the talent show.
idiom
How many adjectives? We swam in the lazy river and relaxed in the warm sun.
4 (the lazy, the warm)
Compound or Complex? Although he is strong, I don't think he can lift 350 pounds.
complex