Figurative Language Similes and Metaphors Game | L.5.5.a | Workybooks - Interactive Educational Game for Teachers, Parents & Homeschoolers

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In the sentence 'Her voice was as smooth as silk,' what is being compared?

Voice and roughnessVoice and softnessSilk and soundSilk and texture

Which type of figurative language is used in 'The classroom was a zoo'?

SimileMetaphorPersonificationAlliteration

What does the metaphor 'Time is money' mean?

You can buy timeTime is valuable and shouldn't be wastedMoney takes time to earnTime and money are the same thing

Which sentence contains a simile?

The sun is a golden ballHe runs like the windThe flowers danced in the breezeThe stars are diamonds

What does 'She is a night owl' mean?

She can see in the darkShe stays up late at nightShe likes owlsShe works with birds

In 'The baby was as loud as a fire truck,' what type of comparison is made?

MetaphorSimileHyperbolePersonification

What does the simile 'Life is like a roller coaster' suggest?

Life is funLife has ups and downsLife is scaryLife moves fast

Which sentence contains a metaphor?

The snow is like a white blanketThe thunder roared like a lionMy brother is a couch potatoThe wind whistled as loud as a train

What does 'Her eyes were diamonds' suggest?

Her eyes were expensiveHer eyes were bright and sparklyHer eyes were made of stoneHer eyes were hard

In 'He is as tall as a tree,' what two things are being compared?

Height and leavesA person and a treeTrees and growthTallness and nature

About this game

This engaging digital activity helps students master the interpretation of figurative language, specifically focusing on similes and metaphors in context. Perfect for 5th grade language arts instruction, this interactive game makes learning about figurative language fun and memorable.

Students will encounter carefully crafted questions that challenge them to identify and understand similes and metaphors in various contexts, helping them develop critical thinking skills while meeting Common Core Standard L.5.5.a requirements.