To solve this problem, we need to identify the figure of speech used in each sentence and match it with the correct term from the given options. Let's analyze each sentence step by step:
Figures of Speech Definitions:
1.
Onomatopoeia: Words that imitate or suggest the sounds associated with an action, object, or event.
2.
Simile: A comparison between two different things using "like" or "as."
3.
Metaphor: A direct comparison between two different things without using "like" or "as."
4.
Personification: Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.
5.
Hyperbole: An exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally.
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Sentence Analysis:
#### 1.
He tried to help but his legs were wax.
- This is a
metaphor because it directly compares the person's legs to wax, suggesting they are weak or unable to move effectively.
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Answer: Metaphor
#### 2.
The man flights like a lion on the soccer field.
- This is a
simile because it uses "like" to compare the man's actions to those of a lion.
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Answer: Simile
#### 3.
The books fell on the table with a loud thump.
- This is
onomatopoeia because "thump" is a word that imitates the sound of the books falling.
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Answer: Onomatopoeia
#### 4.
Rita heard the last piece of pie calling her name.
- This is
personification because the pie is being given the human ability to "call" Rita's name.
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Answer: Personification
#### 5.
The rustling leaves kept me away.
- This is
personification because the leaves are being given the human ability to "keep" someone away.
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Answer: Personification
#### 6.
Kisses are the flowers of affection.
- This is a
metaphor because it directly compares kisses to flowers without using "like" or "as."
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Answer: Metaphor
#### 7.
He’s running faster than the wind.
- This is
hyperbole because it exaggerates the speed at which he is running, implying he is running extremely fast.
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Answer: Hyperbole
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Final Answers:
1.
Metaphor
2.
Simile
3.
Onomatopoeia
4.
Personification
5.
Personification
6.
Metaphor
7.
Hyperbole
Boxed Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Metaphor} \\
2. & \text{Simile} \\
3. & \text{Onomatopoeia} \\
4. & \text{Personification} \\
5. & \text{Personification} \\
6. & \text{Metaphor} \\
7. & \text{Hyperbole} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of figure of speech worksheet.
