* Learning Goal
Read each example carefully. Decide what the author means, not only what the words say.
1 Spot the Type
Write simile, metaphor, or idiom next to each sentence.
Her smile was
as bright as the sun.
Before the test, Mia told her friend to
spill the beans.
The hallway was a river of students.
The room was
as quiet as snow.
2 What Does It Mean?
Explain the intended meaning in your own words.
1. Explain the meaning of "The hallway was a river of students.".
2. What does the idiom "spill the beans" mean?
3. Why might an author choose a simile like "as bright as the sun"?
3 Write Your Own
Create one simile and one metaphor about school or sports.
✦ SBA-Style Reflection
Answer using evidence from your work above. On the state test (Smarter Balanced), you will need to explain your thinking clearly.
Constructed Response: Look at your answers above. Choose one and explain how you decided on your answer. Use at least one detail or example.