Figurative Language Vocabulary Worksheet

Grades
5
Standards
L.5.5.B
Formats
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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksshet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
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About the "Figurative Language" Worksheet

Figurative Language is an engaging language arts resource designed to enhance students' understanding and interpretation of non-literal expressions in writing. This interactive and printable worksheet presents five sentences that employ various forms of figurative language, including metaphors, personification, and similes. Students are challenged to analyze each sentence and determine the intended meaning behind the figurative expression by selecting the best answer from four multiple-choice options.

The worksheet covers a range of scenarios, from natural phenomena like sunsets and waves to human emotions and urban landscapes. By engaging with these diverse examples, students develop their ability to recognize and interpret figurative language in different contexts. This exercise not only improves reading comprehension skills but also enhances critical thinking abilities as students learn to look beyond literal meanings and understand the nuances of expressive language. The multiple-choice format allows for immediate self-assessment and reinforces the importance of careful analysis in language interpretation.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Identify different types of figurative language, including metaphors, similes, and personification
  • Interpret the meaning and intent behind figurative expressions
  • Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing language in context
  • Enhance reading comprehension through understanding non-literal language

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

  • Correctly interpret the meaning of at least 4 out of 5 figurative expressions presented in the worksheet
  • Differentiate between literal and figurative meanings in given sentences with 80% accuracy

Psychomotor

  • Accurately select the correct multiple-choice answer for each question
  • Develop eye-tracking skills while reading sentences and analyzing answer options

Affective

  • Develop appreciation for the creative use of language in expressing ideas and emotions
  • Foster a positive attitude towards analyzing and interpreting complex language in literature

Interpersonal/Social

  • Engage in discussions with peers about different interpretations of figurative language
  • Collaborate on creating original sentences using various forms of figurative language

Tags

figurative language, metaphors, similes, personification, reading comprehension, critical thinking, language arts, literary devices, elementary education, interpretation skills

Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Jacqueline Juliano
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Illustrated by: Sagar Kumar

Common core standards covered

L.5.5.b
Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

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