WORKSHEET 1
PLEASE COMPLETE IN YOUR EXERCISE BOOKS.
Identify the literary device used for each of the following.
(Alliteration, Repetition)
1. Peter’s playful puppy pranced proudly in the park.
2. Sally sold seashells by the shining seashore.
3. The wind howled, the wind screamed, the wind roared through the trees.
4. She ran and ran and ran, never looking back.
5. The wicked witch wandered wearily through the woods.
6. I will not give up. I will not surrender. I will not stop until I succeed.
7. This is my dream. This is my passion. This is my purpose.
8. Five fearless firefighters fought ferocious flames.
9. Bright blue birds basked beneath big blooming branches.
10. April ate apples.
Great! Here’s a fun exercise to help you identify hyperbole, personification, and metaphor.
Read each sentence and decide whether it uses hyperbole (exaggeration),
personification (giving human traits to non-human things), or metaphor (a direct
comparison without "like" or "as").
1. The sun smiled down at us as we walked through the meadow.
2. My backpack weighs a ton!
3. He is a night owl, always staying up late.
4. The angry storm growled and lashed against the windows.
5. She’s a walking encyclopedia, knowing everything about history.
6. The flowers danced in the breeze.
7. I have told you a million times to clean your room!
8. His words were daggers, cutting straight to the heart.
9. Time flew by, and suddenly, the day was over.
10. My heart skipped a beat when I saw her walk in.
RECAP ON SYMBOLISM:
Copy the following notes in your exercise book.
Symbolism in literature is a literary device where symbols are used to represent ideas,
emotions or concepts that go beyond their literal meaning. Symbols can be objects,
characters, figures, colors or even events.
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Butterflies: Symbolize transformation and change. Just like a caterpillar transforms
into a butterfly, this can represent personal growth and new beginnings.
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Doves: Represent peace and harmony. Doves are often used in literature and art to
signify the hope for tranquility and resolve.
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Skulls: Commonly symbolize death or mortality. They can remind us of the
inevitability of death.
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The Color Black: Often symbolizes darkness, mourning or evil. In literature, it can
represent fear or the unknown.
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The Owl: Typically symbolizes wisdom and knowledge. Owls are often associated
with intelligence and the ability to see things clearly.
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Chains: Represent bondage or restriction. They can symbolize a lack of freedom or
the idea of being trapped in a situation.
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The Sun: Symbolizes life, energy and positivity. In many cultures, the sun is a source
of light and warmth, representing hope and new beginnings.