Figurative Language
Chart
Type of figurative language
Definition
“Example from book” (Creech #).
Literal Meaning
Use complete sentence.
Illustration
Simile
A comparison using like or as.
“The houses were all jammed together
like a row of birdhouses” (Creech 1).
Meaning: The houses were very close together.
Grading Rubric
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2 pts. Figurative Language Term
5 pts. Definition
5 pts. “Example” (Creech #).
3 pts. Page #
5 pts. Literal Meaning
5 pts. Colored Illustration
25 pts. per section (quad)

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