The Lost Dog Reading Comprehension Worksheet Page 2
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3FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE:
Language that is used in
a nonliteral way to mean something different from what the
words actually say. Figurative language helps readers create
pictures in their minds, which makes writing come alive.
It includes…
simiLe:
Two things that are compared using the words like or
as, such as “blue like the sea” or “as big as a whale.”
metaPhor:
Two things that are compared NOT using the
words like or as, such as “his heart was a drumbeat.”
PersonifiCation:
Animals or objects that act like humans,
such as “the wind whistled.”
Key Questions
1.
What examples of simile can you find in the story? Underline some.
2.
What examples of metaphor can you find in the story? Double-underline some.
3.
What examples of personification can you find in the story? Circle some.
4.
Why is figurative language a good tool to use in writing? Would your reaction to this story be
the same if the author used only literal language and no similes, metaphors, or personification?
If you like, rewrite a paragraph of this story removing all the figurative language to see.
S-t-r-e-t-c-h Question:
Can you think of similes, metaphors, and examples of
personification to fill each box? Look in your favorite books to find each kind of figurative
language. . . or make up your own. It’s as easy as pie!
Similes
Metaphors
Personification
The
Take the characters of Theo and Tucker and place them in a brand-new mini-story
Write
of your own design. Try to include as many similes, metaphors, and examples of
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personification as you can. When you’re done, share your story with your classmates.
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