G6 English Q1 Topic 1.2 Figures of Speech PDF

Good day! Grade 6 Life Performance Outcomes As a Christ-centered Paulinian, I am a mindful, self-directed learner and role model, consciously expressing my Faith. Essential Performance Outcome EPO10: Describe and explain the new abilities they have developed as the re...

Good day! Grade 6 Life Performance Outcomes As a Christ-centered Paulinian, I am a mindful, self-directed learner and role model, consciously expressing my Faith. Essential Performance Outcome EPO10: Describe and explain the new abilities they have developed as the result of self-initiated learning experiences and projects. Intended Learning Outcomes Identify figures of speech; and Create statements containing figures of speech. Figurative Figurative Language Language Figurative Language is a way of expressing ideas by using symbols, figures, or likenesses. It is the opposite of literal language because it does not tell directly what a person has in mind.  Simile Simile a comparison of two unlike objects using “like” or “as” Ex. She is as busy as a bee!  Metaphor Metaphor a direct comparison of two unlike object without using like or as Ex. Life is a rollercoaster.  Personification Personification a figure of speech that gives human qualities to places, objects, animals, or ideas Ex. The trees are dancing!  Hyperbole Hyperbole is a figure speech that expresses overstatement and exaggeration Ex. I can cry a river!  Irony Irony figure of speech that expresses the contrary or opposite of what should one really think Ex. Saying, "What a beautiful day!" while raining TRY IT! Identify the figure of speech used in the statement. 1. My heart is a drum, beating out a rhythm of longing. 2. She has a million things to do today. 3. Her eyes were as blue as the ocean. 4. The moon whispered secrets to the night sky. 5. It's a beautiful day for a picnic, and it's pouring rain. Why is it important to understand different types of figurative language, like metaphors and similes? How can learning about these help you become a better reader and writer? Intended Learning Outcomes Identify figures of speech; and Create statements containing figures of speech. Essential Performance Outcome EPO10: Describe and explain the new abilities they have developed as the result of self-initiated learning experiences and projects. Life Performance Outcomes As a Christ-centered Paulinian, I am a mindful, self-directed learner and role model, consciously expressing my Faith.