Practice Idioms And Figurative Language (2.4) - MYP Grade 10

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Question 1.
What does the idiom 'kick the bucket' mean?
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Think about common sayings related to death.
Question 2.
Provide an example of a simile.
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Remember it uses 'as' or 'like'.
3Question 3.
What does the idiom 'spill the beans' mean?
- To reveal a secret
- To make a mess
- To cook something
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Think about contexts where secrets are shared.
4Question 4.
True or False: A metaphor is the same as a simile.
- True
- False
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Recall the key difference in their definitions.
Question 5.
Write a short poem using at least three different types of figurative language.
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Consider a theme, like nature, to inspire your comparisons.
Question 6.
Identify and explain the figurative language in this excerpt from a novel.
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Look for phrases that suggest deeper meanings beyond the literal.

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