To solve the problem, we need to determine whether each underlined phrase is
literal or
non-literal. A
literal phrase means the words are used in their exact, dictionary sense. A
non-literal phrase, on the other hand, uses words in a figurative or idiomatic way, meaning something different from their literal definitions.
Let's analyze each sentence:
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1. "I felt like a fish out of water on my first day of school."
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Underlined phrase: *felt like a fish out of water*
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Explanation: This is an idiomatic expression that means feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a new situation. It is not meant to be taken literally (i.e., you are not actually a fish).
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Answer:
Non-literal
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2. "Sue’s mother worried that she would hurt herself playing football."
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Underlined phrase: *hurt herself*
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Explanation: Here, the phrase "hurt herself" means physical injury, which is its literal meaning. There is no figurative or idiomatic usage.
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Answer:
Literal
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3. "After my room hunt, I was quite lost out of shape."
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Underlined phrase: *quite lost out of shape*
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Explanation: The phrase "out of shape" is an idiomatic expression meaning physically unfit or weak due to lack of exercise. It is not meant to be taken literally (e.g., being geographically lost).
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Answer:
Non-literal
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4. "The child had cold feet after playing in the snow all day."
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Underlined phrase: *cold feet*
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Explanation: In this context, "cold feet" refers to the literal sensation of having cold feet because the child played in the snow. It is not being used idiomatically (e.g., as a metaphor for fear or hesitation).
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Answer:
Literal
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5. "After using my banana to roast marshmallows, it was really hot out of shape."
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Underlined phrase: *hot out of shape*
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Explanation: The phrase "hot out of shape" here is a playful or humorous combination of literal and figurative language. While "hot" is literal (the banana got hot from roasting), "out of shape" is an idiomatic expression meaning physically unfit. However, in this context, "out of shape" is likely being used humorously to describe the banana's appearance after being roasted. Since the entire phrase is not strictly literal, it leans toward non-literal.
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Answer:
Non-literal
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6. "I have a big test coming up, so I’ve been hit by the books!"
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Underlined phrase: *hit by the books*
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Explanation: This is an idiomatic expression meaning studying very hard. It is not meant to be taken literally (i.e., books are not physically hitting someone).
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Answer:
Non-literal
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7. "The bride got cold feet on her wedding day."
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Underlined phrase: *cold feet*
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Explanation: In this context, "cold feet" is an idiomatic expression meaning sudden nervousness or hesitation about doing something important (like getting married). It is not meant to be taken literally (i.e., the bride's feet are not actually cold).
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Answer:
Non-literal
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Final Answers:
1.
Non-literal
2.
Literal
3.
Non-literal
4.
Literal
5.
Non-literal
6.
Non-literal
7.
Non-literal
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Non-literal} \\
2. & \text{Literal} \\
3. & \text{Non-literal} \\
4. & \text{Literal} \\
5. & \text{Non-literal} \\
6. & \text{Non-literal} \\
7. & \text{Non-literal} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of literal and nonliteral language 3rd grade worksheet.
