Learning Objective Name ______
Today, we will define1 figurative language – hyperbole and personification.
1 find the meaning of
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What are we going to do today?
What are we going to define?
What does define mean?
Activate (or provide) Prior Knowledge
My mom told me that I shouldn’t carry the
weight of the world on my shoulders.
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Can someone really carry the weight of the world on their shoulders? What do you think the sentence means? When we want to say or write something so it sounds more interesting, we use figurative language. Today, we will define figurative language.
Concept Development
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal2 meaning.
· It is used to describe something in a more detailed way.
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Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
Examples:
Hyperbole
Hummingbirds1. Have you ever watched a hummingbird fly? 2. Their wings seem to move a million times a second. 3. Their tiny bodies move so very quickly. 4. If you try to watch them fly through the air, your eyes will cross!
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Personification
A Scary Night1. I had a terrible time sleeping last night. 2. First, I heard a tree knocking at the window. 3. Then, the wind started to howl3. 4. I hid underneath my covers and wished that the sounds would go away.
3 make a long crying sound, like a dog
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In your own words, what is figurative language? Figurative language is ______.
In your own words, what is hyperbole? Hyperbole is ______.
In your own words, what is personification? Personification is ______.
What is figurative language used for?
What is the difference between hyperbole and personification?
Which sentence is an example of hyperbole? _____ How do you know?
Which sentence is an example of personification? _____ How do you know?
a. The tree moaned against the strong wind. b. His backpack weighed a ton!
Importance
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
It is important to define figurative language because it:
1. helps you understand what you are reading.
2. makes your own writing more interesting.
My dog yells at me whenever I have been gone too long.My dog barks at me whenever I have been gone too long.
3. is tested on the CST.
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Does anyone else have another reason why it is important to define figurative language? (pair-share) Why is it important to define figurative language? You may give me one of my reasons or one of your own. Which reason means the most to you? Why?
Skill Development/Guided Practice
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning –The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
Sunday Dinner1. John’s family prepared a big dinner on Sunday night. 2. There was chicken soup and enough rice to fill the entire room. 3. Everyone enjoyed the delicious food.
4. When it was all done, John was so full; he felt he was going to explode!
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Redwood Trees1. Have you ever seen a redwood? 2. A redwood is a tall tree that touches the clouds. 3. They are so tall a giant could live in them! 4. Redwoods grow in cool areas close to the coast4 and are home to many different animals.
4 land next to the ocean
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2. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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How did I know what to underline? What helped me define the figurative language? How did you know what to underline? What helped you define the figurative language?
Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued)
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning –The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
Cooking Dinner1. Ben decided to cook a chicken dinner. 2. When he put the chicken in the frying pan, it immediately hissed5 back at him. 3. Ben then added salt and pepper and some vegetables. 4. The vegetables made friends with the chicken and became a delicious dinner for Ben.
5 made a sound like “ssss”
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3. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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A Garden1. Josephine decided to plant a garden. 2. She bought tomatoes and peppers at the nursery6. 3. The plants were happy to be in Josephine’s garden. 4. Josephine watered the plants every day, and they thanked her by growing big beautiful tomatoes and peppers. 5. Josephine loved her garden.
6 place to buy plants
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4. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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How did I know what to underline? What helped me define the figurative language? How did you know which part of the sentence to underline? What helped you define the figurative language?
Closure1. In your own words, what is figurative language?
2. In your own words, what is hyperbole?
3. In your own words, what is personification?
4. Define figurative language below.
5. What did you learn today about defining figurative language? Why is that important to you?
(pair-share)
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:
Hyperbole – Is a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire
household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – Is the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the
heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
A Storm
1. The weather that day had been beautiful, but all of a sudden, the sky was filled with black clouds. 2. It started to rain buckets, and then it started to hail7. 3. The hail was very big, and it sounded like bowling balls were falling onto the roof. 4. Everyone thought their houses were going to collapse.
7 rain with hard frozen drops
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Independent Practice Name ______
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
A Funny Book1. Jorge went to the library and picked out a really funny book. 2. It was so funny, he almost fainted1 from laughing so hard. 3. He was sad when the book was done.
4. He enjoyed it so much that he said he wanted to read it for the rest of his life.
1 became unconscious for a short amount of time
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Raul1. Raul is really good at playing the piano. 2. His fingers dance on the piano as they play the notes. 3. Some people even say the piano asks Raul to play because it loves to be played by such a talented2 person.
2 able to do something well
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2. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Periodic Review 1 Name ______
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
Carving a Pumpkin1. Roberto and Zach decided to carve a pumpkin. 2. They chose a smiley-face pattern1 and went to work. 3. When they were finished, they were pleased to see the pumpkin smile back at them. 4. Roberto and Zach brought it to class, where the pumpkin became friends with the students.
1 shape or design you copy onto something
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Homework1. Caitlin had been working on her science homework all night. 2. “At this rate2, it will take me a million years to finish,” she thought. 3. Just then, her brother walked in and started to tease3 her. 4. “Stop it!” she cried, “I have to finish my homework, and you are driving me crazy!”
2 speed
3 make fun of
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2. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Periodic Review 2 Name ______
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
The Old Man1. I went to the mall yesterday with my family, and we saw this man that looked older than dirt. 2. He was gray and wrinkled. 3. He walked bent over and took very small steps. 4. He walked very slowly. 5. He looked as if he was a million years old. 6. I decided to help him with his bags.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Justine and Soccer1. Justine went out to play soccer with her friends. 2. She loved kicking the ball past her opponents. 3. One time during the game, the soccer ball tried to escape from Justine, but she managed to kick it into the net. 4. Goal! 5. Try as it might, the soccer ball could not outsmart Justine. 6. She scored two more goals that game.
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2. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Periodic Review 3 Name ______
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language / Examples:Hyperbole – a phrase that exaggerates or stretches the truth about something. / Hyperbole – Our cat Spot ruled the entire household.
Meaning – The cat did what he wanted.
Personification – the act of giving an object, animal, or idea human characteristics. / Personification – The tree roots drank up the heavy rain.
Meaning – The tree took in water.
Define figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Underline the example(s) of figurative language.
Step #3: Write the type of figurative language on the line provided.
Step #4: Explain your answer.
Washing the Dishes1. Jacob’s mom told him to wash the dishes. 2. Reluctantly1, he agreed. 3. The dirty dishes seemed to laugh at Jacob from the sink, making fun of his chore. 4. He felt like the dishes were growing and multiplying, because it was taking so long to finish!
5. Finally, Jacob cleaned the last dirty dish and was able to go outside and play.
1 not wanting to do something
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1. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Summer Vacation1. Graciela had been excited about summer vacation, but when it started, she wished she could go back to school! 2. Each summer day lasted forever. 3. She felt like her friends were a thousand miles away. 4. Even playing outside bored her to tears. 5. Graciela was relieved when she found out there was only one month left until school started.
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2. Type of figurative language used: ______
Explanation: ______
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Comments? / 4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5 (3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification) and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.