Name: _____________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
English Period: _____
#:_____
Section: IN CLASS WORK
Figurative Language Study Aid Assignment
Overview:
 In order to study the 19 figurative language terms you are
responsible for knowing, you need to create a study aid.
You have a choice as to how you would like to do this.
 Choose ONE of the options.
 Each project has a detailed description sheet you will
receive after you select your option!
Assignment choice due:
 Thursday, Feb. 12
Assignment due:
 Wednesday, Feb. 18
Option 1: Create flash cards
For those who appreciate “old school” studying! Hey, who are you calling old?!
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Create 19 index cards, one for each word and definition
o For the terms that have an example, include one example with the definition
Option 2: Create a “quizlet” (You must print out a copy of your quizlet to show me on the due date!)
For those tech-lovers! #awesome
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Make a “quizlet” on quizlet.com
Log in or create an account, then create a new set
Enter the 19 terms and definitions
o For the terms that have an example, include one example with the definition
Option 3: Create a mini-book
For the creative mind! Oh la la!
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Use the mini-book instructions provided by Mrs. Pile.
Put a word on the front of the page and the definition/example on the back.
Include all 19 terms and definitions
o For the terms that have an example, include one example with the definition
My Assignment Choice
My assignment choice:
 Option 1 – Flash cards
 Option 2 – “Quizlet”
 Option 3 – Mini-book
Initial next to each statement, indicating that you understand the requirements:
_______ This is my assignment choice. Once I’ve selected it, I understand that I
cannot change it.
_______ I understand the requirements for my project choice.
Teacher approval: __________________________________
Name: _____________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
English Period: _____
#:_____
Section: IN CLASS WORK
Figurative Language Study Aid Assignment
Option 1 – Create Flash Cards
Overview:

For those who appreciate “old school” studying! Hey, who are you calling old?!
Instructions:
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Create 19 index cards, one for each word and definition
o Put the term on the front and the definition and example on the back
 You only have to include an example for the terms that you had to write your own example in
your FL packet
Make one card that includes the title “Figurative Language Study Cards” along with your name and class period
Definition: ………….
Alliteration
FRONT
Terms that only need a definition: (10)
 Poetry
 Figurative Language
 Free verse
 Lyric Poem
 Refrain
 Repetition
 Rhyme Scheme
 Rhythm
 Stanza
 Symbol
Example: ………….
BACK
Terms that need a definition AND an example: (9)
 Alliteration
 Hyperbole
 Imagery
 Metaphor
 Onomatopoeia
 Oxymoron
 Personification
 Rhyme
 Simile
Name: _____________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
English Period: _____
#:_____
Section: IN CLASS WORK
Figurative Language Study Aid Assignment
Option 2 – Create a Quizlet
Overview:
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For those tech-lovers! #awesome
You need an account to make a quizlet; it is free!
Instructions:
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Go to www.quizlet.com
Log in or create an account, then create a new set
Enter the 19 terms and definitions
o For the terms that have an example, include one example with the definition
o For the terms that need an example, write the word “example” before your example.
o Example:
Alliteration
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This is the ………
Example: …………..
You must print out a copy of your Quizlet! When you view your completed set, you will see a PRINT icon at the
top of the page. Click it and follow the instructions to print it. It will print out one page with your work.
o Write your NAME and CLASS PERIOD at the top of the paper!
Terms that only need a definition: (10)
 Poetry
 Figurative Language
 Free verse
 Lyric Poem
 Refrain
 Repetition
 Rhyme Scheme
 Rhythm
 Stanza
 Symbol
Terms that need a definition AND an example: (9)
 Alliteration
 Hyperbole
 Imagery
 Metaphor
 Onomatopoeia
 Oxymoron
 Personification
 Rhyme
 Simile
Name: _____________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
English Period: _____
#:_____
Section: IN CLASS WORK
Figurative Language Study Aid Assignment
Option 3 – Create a Mini-Book
Overview:
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For the creative mind! Oh la la!
Instructions:
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Use the mini-book instructions provided by Mrs. Pile.
o You have to make FIVE mini-books to attach together to have enough pages.
On the front cover put:
o The title: “Figurative Language Mini Book” along with your name and class period
Put two words and the definitions per page, as outlined in the instructions below.
Include all 19 terms and definitions
o For the terms that have an example, include one example with the definition
If you don’t want to make a mini-book like this, you’re welcome to make your own style of flip-book to study,
but I need to approve it first!!!
Terms that only need a definition: (10)
 Poetry
 Figurative Language
 Free verse
 Lyric Poem
 Refrain
 Repetition
 Rhyme Scheme
 Rhythm
 Stanza
 Symbol
Terms that need a definition AND an example: (9)
 Alliteration
 Hyperbole
 Imagery
 Metaphor
 Onomatopoeia
 Oxymoron
 Personification
 Rhyme
 Simile
Turn over for the mini-book instructions!
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To have enouh pages, you need to make FIVE of these!
Tape each one together. If you wait until the end to tape them, they might not stick together!
Mini-book Instructions!
5. Cut your paper
6. Stand it up like this
7. Fold it like this
8. Done!