* Learning Goal
Read each example carefully. Decide what the author means, not only what the words say. This is practice set 8 of 10.
1 Spot the Type
Write simile, metaphor, or idiom next to each sentence.
Her smile was
as shiny as a mirror.
Before the test, Mia told her friend to
let the cat out of the bag.
The room was
as quick as a blink.
2 What Does It Mean?
Explain the intended meaning in your own words.
1. Explain the meaning of "The city was an oven.".
2. What does the idiom "let the cat out of the bag" mean?
3. Why might an author choose a simile like "as shiny as a mirror"?
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.