Figurative Language
Literal vs. Figurative Language How do I differentiate between literal and figurative language? 1
Know Hyperbole Personification Simile Metaphor (Pun)
Understand
Do
Authors use figurative language to make the reader see familiar things in a new way. We all use figures of speech every day. Figures of speech are not literally true, but are used to elaborate on a subject.
Differentiate among the types of figurative language. Write in a variety of modes using figurative language. Analyze the use of figurative language in poetry and prose. Create an extended metaphor.
Key Learning: Writers use figurative language to enhance the reader’s understanding. It is used in various types of writing.
How does understanding figurative language enhance comprehension? 0701.8.10 Unit Essential Question:
Concept:
Literal vs Figurative Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I differentiate between literal and figurative language?
Concept:
Similes and Metaphors Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I recognize and create similes and metaphors in writing?
Concept:
Hyperboles
Concept:
Personification
Lesson Essential Questions:
Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I analyze hyperboles for literal and figurative meanings?
How do I interpret the use of personification in writing?
Unit Vocabulary Literal Figurative Simile Metaphor Hyperbole
Personification Personify Anthropomorphism
Activator
What does this really mean?
It’s raining cats and dogs. 5
Activator
What does this really mean?
Break a leg! 6
Literal vs. Figurative Literal
means straightforward or factual; the dictionary meaning of a word. (Think denotation!) –When someone says “I mean that literally.” They mean “exactly” -- just the facts! 7
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Literal vs. Figurative
figurative meaning is far more interesting. It is imaginative, and conveys not just the facts, but an idea. (Think connotation!) – Figurative meanings encourage us to use our imagination.
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Literal vs. Figurative
Example
of Figurative Language:
–Marvin runs like a duck.
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Literal vs. Figurative
We
know that Marvin does not run exactly like a water bird. But, it wouldn’t portray quite the same visual if we said “Marvin is awkward and he waddles when he runs.” So, we compare Marvin to a duck to paint a mental picture. 10
Puns
Puns are also examples of figurative language. A pun is a play on words.
Examples: The new smoking laws really burn me up! The grammarian was never late; he was always very punctual. The Atlanta Lightnings took the field by storm.
Assessment Prompt 1 Use figurative language to make these sentences more colorful.
Kevin ate his dinner quickly. 2. Mandy likes to talk a lot. 3. Jennifer is not intelligent. 1.
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Let’s Practice
Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
1.
Kevin ate his dinner quickly.
Kevin ate like a pig. 13
Let’s Practice Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
2.
Mandy likes to talk a lot.
Mandy talks a mile a minute. 14
Let’s Practice
Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
3.
Jennifer is not intelligent.
Jennifer is not the brightest crayon in the box. 15
Power Questions 1. Read the poem below and use the figurative language images to help determine the subject matter of the poem.
The Ball Dances A big flaming ball of fire Prances across the sky each day But perishes every night A rebirth occurs the next morning And because of it Life is possible
A. B. C. D.
sun star moon earth
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Power Questions 1. Read the poem below and use the figurative language images to help determine the subject matter of the poem.
The Ball Dances A big flaming ball of fire Prances across the sky each day But perishes every night A rebirth occurs the next morning And because of it Life is possible
A. B. C. D.
sun star moon earth
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Power Questions 2.
The saying in our family was, "If Mama drops a biscuit, jump out of the way or risk losing a toe." This is another way of saying
Mama is very clumsy. B. the biscuits she bakes are hard. C. the biscuits are soft and chewy. D. if Mama drops a biscuit, she will step on your toe. A.
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Power Questions 2.
The saying in our family was, "If Mama drops a biscuit, jump out of the way or risk losing a toe." This is another way of saying
Mama is very clumsy. B. the biscuits she bakes are hard. C. the biscuits are soft and chewy. D. if Mama drops a biscuit, she will step on your toe. A.
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Power Questions 3. The following quote is an example of what type of figurative language? "Roll down this hill—if you are so inclined." A. metaphor B. pun C. personification D. simile
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Power Questions 3. The following quote is an example of what type of figurative language? "Roll down this hill—if you are so inclined." A. metaphor B. pun C. personification D. simile
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Know Hyperbole Personification Simile Metaphor (Pun)
Understand
Do
Authors use figurative language to make the reader see familiar things in a new way. We all use figures of speech every day. Figures of speech are not literally true, but are used to elaborate on a subject.
Differentiate among the types of figurative language. Write in a variety of modes using figurative language. Analyze the use of figurative language in poetry and prose. Create an extended metaphor.
Key Learning: Writers use figurative language to enhance the reader’s understanding. It is used in various types of writing.
How does understanding figurative language enhance comprehension? 0701.8.10 Unit Essential Question:
Concept:
Literal vs Figurative Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I differentiate between literal and figurative language?
Concept:
Similes and Metaphors Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I recognize and create similes and metaphors in writing?
Concept:
Hyperboles
Concept:
Personification
Lesson Essential Questions:
Lesson Essential Questions:
How do I analyze hyperboles for literal and figurative meanings?
How do I interpret the use of personification in writing?
Unit Vocabulary Literal Figurative Simile Metaphor Hyperbole
Personification Personify Anthropomorphism
Activator
What does this really mean?
It’s raining cats and dogs. 5
Activator
What does this really mean?
Break a leg! 6
Literal vs. Figurative Literal
means straightforward or factual; the dictionary meaning of a word. (Think denotation!) –When someone says “I mean that literally.” They mean “exactly” -- just the facts! 7
A
Literal vs. Figurative
figurative meaning is far more interesting. It is imaginative, and conveys not just the facts, but an idea. (Think connotation!) – Figurative meanings encourage us to use our imagination.
8
Literal vs. Figurative
Example
of Figurative Language:
–Marvin runs like a duck.
9
Literal vs. Figurative
We
know that Marvin does not run exactly like a water bird. But, it wouldn’t portray quite the same visual if we said “Marvin is awkward and he waddles when he runs.” So, we compare Marvin to a duck to paint a mental picture. 10
Puns
Puns are also examples of figurative language. A pun is a play on words.
Examples: The new smoking laws really burn me up! The grammarian was never late; he was always very punctual. The Atlanta Lightnings took the field by storm.
Assessment Prompt 1 Use figurative language to make these sentences more colorful.
Kevin ate his dinner quickly. 2. Mandy likes to talk a lot. 3. Jennifer is not intelligent. 1.
12
Let’s Practice
Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
1.
Kevin ate his dinner quickly.
Kevin ate like a pig. 13
Let’s Practice Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
2.
Mandy likes to talk a lot.
Mandy talks a mile a minute. 14
Let’s Practice
Make these sentences more colorful. Use figurative language.
3.
Jennifer is not intelligent.
Jennifer is not the brightest crayon in the box. 15
Power Questions 1. Read the poem below and use the figurative language images to help determine the subject matter of the poem.
The Ball Dances A big flaming ball of fire Prances across the sky each day But perishes every night A rebirth occurs the next morning And because of it Life is possible
A. B. C. D.
sun star moon earth
16
Power Questions 1. Read the poem below and use the figurative language images to help determine the subject matter of the poem.
The Ball Dances A big flaming ball of fire Prances across the sky each day But perishes every night A rebirth occurs the next morning And because of it Life is possible
A. B. C. D.
sun star moon earth
17
Power Questions 2.
The saying in our family was, "If Mama drops a biscuit, jump out of the way or risk losing a toe." This is another way of saying
Mama is very clumsy. B. the biscuits she bakes are hard. C. the biscuits are soft and chewy. D. if Mama drops a biscuit, she will step on your toe. A.
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Power Questions 2.
The saying in our family was, "If Mama drops a biscuit, jump out of the way or risk losing a toe." This is another way of saying
Mama is very clumsy. B. the biscuits she bakes are hard. C. the biscuits are soft and chewy. D. if Mama drops a biscuit, she will step on your toe. A.
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Power Questions 3. The following quote is an example of what type of figurative language? "Roll down this hill—if you are so inclined." A. metaphor B. pun C. personification D. simile
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Power Questions 3. The following quote is an example of what type of figurative language? "Roll down this hill—if you are so inclined." A. metaphor B. pun C. personification D. simile
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