Directions Copy and post the following tasks into a Word document and complete.
1. A metaphor is when figurative language is used to describe a literal thing, person or event. For example, instead of simply saying "Scott was happy to get his new phone," one might describe Scott like this: "Suddenly Scott was no longer a grown man but a boy ripping open his presents with joyous abandonment on Christmas morning." Create a metaphor (or simile) for each of the following circumstances:
- a student forgets to bring his homework to school and he feels nervous
- a girl's parents are getting divorced and she feels sad
- a man gets fired from his job and feels hopeless
2. An extended metaphor is a metaphor in which a writer takes a short metaphor and fleshes out multiple aspects and details. For example, one might describe a computer as "man's best friend just like a faithful dog." An extended metaphor might go something like this: "A computer isn't simply a tool or a device. It has replaced the dog as man's best friend. Instead of fetching slippers, a computer fetches directions to a Japanese restaurant, last night's sports scores, and the times a movie is playing. Instead of sitting by your feet and sleeping, a computer sits at your desk and sleeps. And instead of barking incessantly for no apparent reason, a computer helpfully announces "ERROR - ERROR - ERROR."
Select one of the metaphors you've created above. Brainstorm 7 or 8 specific ways the metaphor works. Form it into an extended metaphor 7-8 sentences in length.
3. Rewrite each of the scenarios listed below adding descriptive, telling details. Try to hit on the five senses - taste, touch, sound, sight, and smell. Each entry should be 3-4 sentences in length.
- a car hits a patch of ice and hits a tree
- a dog is locked out of the house at night
- a man gets fired from his job
- a football player is wants the coach to put him in the game
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