Metaphors in Poetry
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Objective
I can identify metaphors in poetry and explain what they mean.
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Practice
7 questions
Define what a metaphor is and explain how it works to create meaning.
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile? Give an example of each.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Identify the metaphor in the following line from a poem and explain what it means: "The moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas." Identify the metaphor in the following line from a poem and explain what it means: "The city is a jungle." Identify the metaphor in the following line from a poem and explain what it means: "Time is a thief."”
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