Practice Nuanced Understanding of Figurative Language - 2.1 | Module 4: Poetry: Form, Feeling & Figurative Language | IB 7 English
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Nuanced Understanding of Figurative Language

2.1 - Nuanced Understanding of Figurative Language

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Identify an example of a metaphor.

💡 Hint: Think of a phrase that compares life to something else.

Question 2 Easy

What is a simile?

💡 Hint: Look for phrases that use these words.

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Question 1

What does a metaphor do?

It compares using 'like' or 'as'
It makes a direct comparison
It exaggerates for effect

💡 Hint: Think of how metaphors relate to identities.

Question 2

Is situational irony when the opposite of what you expect happens?

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider examples where expectations differ from reality.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Read a poem that uses multiple figurative devices. Identify and analyze at least three different types.

💡 Hint: Look for metaphors, similes, personification, etc.

Challenge 2 Hard

Write a brief poem (4-6 lines) using at least three figurative devices. Explain your choices.

💡 Hint: Consider how each figurative device adds depth to your writing.

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