Question

figurative language
language used for descriptive effect to illustrate or imply ideas indirectly
metaphor
an implied comparison between two unlike things to help readers perceive
the object of comparison more vividly.
directions: for each of the following sentences, explain the meaning of the metaphor
example: john can lift 200 pounds, he is an ox john is extremely strong
1 he turned over a new leaf.

1. my dad was very blue yesterday
2. my sister is a couch potato.
3. our dog is the apple of our eye.
4. it rained cats and dogs yesterday.
5. my mom said my room is a pig pen.
6. she is the brightest in our class
7. aunt sally has a heart of gold.
8. the girl has a bubbly personality.

Explanation:

1. "Turned over a new leaf" implies starting fresh or making a positive change.
2. "Blue" is a metaphor for being sad or depressed.
3. "Couch potato" means someone who is lazy and spends a lot of time sitting on the couch.
4. "Apple of our eye" means something or someone is very precious or beloved.
5. "Rained cats and dogs" is a hyperbolic way of saying it rained very heavily.
6. "Pig pen" implies a very messy or dirty place.
7. "Brightest" metaphorically means the most intelligent or smart.
8. "Heart of gold" means having a very kind and generous nature.
9. "Bubbly personality" means being cheerful, lively, and full of energy.

Answer:

1. He started fresh or made a positive change.
2. My dad was very sad yesterday.
3. My sister is lazy and spends a lot of time sitting.
4. Our dog is very precious to us.
5. It rained very heavily yesterday.
6. My room is very messy.
7. She is the most intelligent in our class.
8. Aunt Sally is very kind and generous.
9. The girl is cheerful and lively.