* Learning Goal
Read each example carefully. Decide what the author means, not only what the words say. This is practice set 9 of 10.
1 Spot the Type
Write simile, metaphor, or idiom next to each sentence.
Her smile was
as strong as an ox.
Before the test, Mia told her friend to
on thin ice.
The room was
as neat as a pin.
2 What Does It Mean?
Explain the intended meaning in your own words.
1. Explain the meaning of "Her voice was music.".
2. What does the idiom "on thin ice" mean?
3. Why might an author choose a simile like "as strong as an ox"?
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.