RIC-20249 Primary Grammar and Word Study Year 6 – Figures of Speech

More documents

Recommendations

Info

Idioms An idiom is a phrase whose meaning is not related to its individual words: For example: To ‘face the music’ is to confront and take responsibility for one’s actions ‘sitting pretty’ is to be in a fortunate situation ‘plain sailing’ is progressing without problems. Kevin and Luis were up to their ears in paper. They were at the tail end of a school project which had to be delivered the next morning. As usual, they had been slow beginning the assignment and now they were dead on their feet trying to complete it on time. Like an angel of mercy, Kevin’s mum came in with supper just as they were filing the last sheets of paper. Each boy knew he would sleep the sleep of the dead after such a mammoth effort. 1. Underline the five idioms in the text. Work with a partner to find and write the idioms and their meanings. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 2. Illustrate and label two idioms that you often use. ©R.I.C. Publications Low Resolution Images Display Copy 3. (a) Research to find an idiom that appeals to you. Write the idiom and its meaning. (b) Create two new idioms that have the same meaning as your chosen one. (c) Do you think either of these idioms will catch on? yes no R.I.C. Publications ® www.ricpublications.com.au 81 Primary grammar and word study
Figures of speech Similes and metaphors Focus Similes and metaphors Definitions • A simile compares one thing with another. Similes are usually introduced by the words ‘as’ or ‘like’. Example: ‘He was as cunning as a fox.’ ‘She slept like a log.’ • A metaphor is a comparison between two things without the use of ‘as’ or ‘like’. Metaphors say something is something else. Example: ‘The sunset was a rainbow of colours.’ ‘A blanket of snow covered the street.’ Explanation • Similes and metaphors are figures of speech. They are examples of figurative language, as opposed to literal language (stating a fact). In figurative language, words are used to create mental images by comparing ideas. These comparisons help the reader to more clearly imagine the person, place or thing being described. • Writers use similes to emphasise a certain characteristic. They make writing more interesting, entertaining and colourful, as they often forge a link between two unlike subjects. Example: The children ran around the playground like a pack of wild animals. • Like similes, metaphors compare and link two subjects that are not usually linked. However, while a simile is a simple comparison, a metaphor states that two subjects are the same. Metaphors give one object the attributes of the other. Example: In the playground, the children were a pack of wild animals. The children have been given the attributes of a ‘pack of wild animals’, being ‘loud’ and ‘untamed’. • Metaphors are considered stronger than similes. Worksheet information • Read the definitions of metaphors and similes at the top of the page with the class. Ask the students for further examples of each. • Read the poem with the class. Students can work in pairs or small groups to identify the metaphors and similes in the poem. • Work through Question 2 with the class. Students categorise the statements as metaphors or similes in Question 3. In Question 4, students explain the metaphor. Ask the class to consider the function of a key (to open doors). Students write their own similes in Question 5. When complete, ask for volunteers to share their writing with the class. Ideas for further practice • With adult supervision, use the Internet to view popular song lyrics to find examples of similes and metaphors. Work in small groups to write explanations for each. • As a class, read the classical narrative poem The Lady of Shalott by Alfred Lord Tennyson. Identify and discuss the similes and metaphors found in the poem. • Write a poem containing metaphors or similes, comparing your family to an object of your choice (such as a table, a first-aid box etc.). Answers 1. Note: Underlined text = simile Bold text = metaphor To those who hurriedly pass him by He is a shadow, a pile of old rags His face is weathered like a forgotten apple He’s as useless as torn shopping bags Camouflaged in dirt like a soldier He’s a rat in the gutters and streets He shuffles from one bin to another Like a hungry child, he swiftly eats ©R.I.C. Publications Low Resolution Images Display Copy 2. (a) the homeless man; a rat (b) He scurries and scavenges like a rat. (c) It is not a simile because it does not contain ‘as’ or ‘like’. (d) He’s like a rat in the gutters and streets. 3. (a) Metaphor (b) Simile (c) Simile (d) Simile (e) Metaphor (f) Metaphor 4. Suggested answer: As keys open doors, the metaphor means that obtaining an education will open doors to a good job. 5. Teacher check Primary grammar and word study 82 www.ricpublications.com.au R.I.C. Publications ®
Page 1 and 2: ©R.I.C. Publications Low Resolutio
Page 3 and 4: Primary grammar and word study - Bo
Page 5 and 6: Figures of speech Colloquialisms an
Page 7 and 8: Figures of speech Hyperbole Focus H
Page 9: Figures of speech Idioms Focus Idio
Page 13 and 14: Figures of speech Proverbs Focus Pr

RIC-20249 Primary Grammar and Word Study Year 6 – Figures of Speech

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?