Descriptive and Figurative Language

Figurative and Descriptive Language Match the figurative language terms to their correct definitions. Simile an unlikely comparison using like or as Metaphor an unlikely comparison without using like or as Hyperbole an extreme exaggeration Personification giving human characteristics to nonhumans Alliteration repeated first consonant sounds strong verbs and nouns Incredibly descriptive words sensory imagery Words or phrases that evoke the 5 senses Simile and Metaphor Sorting Choose whether each example is a simile or a metaphor Similes She was as hungry as a horse. John moved like a snail as he took his report card to his parents. Our soldiers were as brave as lions. Metaphors The assignment was a breeze. She is the black sheep of the family. His room was a pigsty. Time is money. What can you infer about John from the sentence above? What form of figurative language is this? Hyperbole What form of figurative language is this? personification Descriptive Language Sort Match each descriptive language vocabulary word with it's example. strong verbs skyrocketed, explode, sizzle, trudging strong nouns ballerina, tempest, mansion specific detail Oprah Winfrey's talk show ran for 25 years and won 47 Daytime Emmy awards! sensory imagery the withered rose's petals crumbled at a touch, but a light perfume was still detectable Match each general phrase with it's improved and detailed counterpart. The dog was pretty. The fuzzy white poodle was adorably cute. The dinner was nice. Alicia had never tasted such a decadent, delicious meal before. The cat was mean. Old Ironsides the tabby was known to scratch anyone who came closer than arms reach. The storm was long. The tempest swirled and raged for so long, Jonas thought the old oak tree in the backyard would surely fall. The writing was good. The connection essay was crystal clear, with dazzling details and picture-painting descriptions - the teacher had to give it an A+!