Figurative Language: Similes and Metaphors
Introducing basic figurative language like similes and metaphors to enhance descriptive writing.
Key Questions
- Analyze how a simile helps the reader visualize an object or action.
- Explain the effect of using a metaphor to describe something.
- Construct sentences using similes and metaphors to add detail.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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