More in Figurative language 2a

• Introductory Materials
• Diagnostic Assessment: Figurative language 2a
• Define the terms simile, metaphor, and personification.
• Definitions of simile, metaphor, and personification
• "Simile and Metaphor" by the Bazillions
• Identify and explain the effects of simile.
• Powerpoint on Similes, Metaphors, & Personification
• Englishclub.com Simile definitions & examples
• Teacher Video Explaining Similes
• What is a simile?
• Simile Practice Worksheet 1
• Simile Worksheet 2
• Check your understanding of simile: "Speak Now" by Taylor Swift
• Identify and explain the effects of metaphor
• What is a metaphor?
• Teacher Video Explaining Metaphors
• About.com metaphor
• TED Talk About Metaphors by Jane Hirshfield
• Check your understanding of metaphor: "Your Love is a Song" by Switchfoot
• Identify and explain the effects of personification
• Teacher Video Explaining Personification
• Examples of Personification in Music
• Check your understanding of personification
• Cumulative check for understanding: Practice Quiz on Metaphor, Simile, and Personification
• Content Assessment
• Content Assessment: Figurative Language 2a [v3]