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Figurative Language Practice (Simile, Metaphor, Personification)

By Claire Gilliam
Last updated about 5 years ago
10 Questions
Note from the author:
Students tell whether the sentence is an example of simile, metaphor, or personification.
Read the sentences. Choose whether each sentence is an example of simile, metphor, or personification.

You CAN use your notes.
1.

He drew a line as straight as an arrow.

2.

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

3.

Opportunity was knocking at her door.


4.

Beyoncé sings like an angel.

5.

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

6.

The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.

7.

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

8.

Her eyes were fireflies.

9.

Knowledge is the key to success.


10.

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