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Figurative Language Practice (Simile, Metaphor, Personification)

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10 questions
Note from the author:
Students tell whether the sentence is an example of simile, metaphor, or personification.
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Read the sentences. Choose whether each sentence is an example of simile, metphor, or personification.

You CAN use your notes.
Question 1
1.

He drew a line as straight as an arrow.

Question 2
2.

Knowledge is a kingdom and all who learn are kings and queens.

Question 3
3.

Opportunity was knocking at her door.


Question 4
4.

Beyoncé sings like an angel.

Question 5
5.

Ravenous and savage from its long polar journey, the North Wind is searching for food—

Question 6
6.

The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.

Question 7
7.

Don't just sit there like a bump on a log.

Question 8
8.

Her eyes were fireflies.

Question 9
9.

Knowledge is the key to success.


Question 10
10.

The plan was simple, like my brother-in-law Phil. But unlike Phil, this plan just might work.