Simple metaphor quiz Grade 2 with answer key

📚 Quick Study Guide

🔍 Definition: A metaphor compares two different things by saying one *is* the other.
• 🎨 Purpose: Metaphors help to create vivid images and make writing more interesting.
💡 How to spot them: Look for comparisons that aren't literally true. For example, saying "The classroom was a zoo" doesn't mean there were actual animals! 📝 Simile vs. Metaphor: Similes use "like" or "as" to compare, while metaphors directly state the comparison. Example: Simile: "He runs like a cheetah." Metaphor: "He is a cheetah on the track."

🤔 Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is a metaphor?
   1. The sun is like a yellow ball.
   2. The sun is a yellow ball.
   3. The sun shines brightly.
2. What does the metaphor "Her voice is music" mean?
   1. She is singing a song.
   2. Her voice sounds pleasant.
   3. She is playing an instrument.
3. Which sentence contains a metaphor?
   1. The cat is as soft as a pillow.
   2. The car is very fast.
   3. The snow is a white blanket.
4. What does the metaphor "Time is money" suggest?
   1. Money can buy time.
   2. Time is valuable.
   3. Clocks cost a lot.
5. Identify the metaphor: "The detective was a hawk."
   1. The detective liked birds.
   2. The detective was observant.
   3. The detective flew.
6. Which of these is a metaphor?
   1. The stars are like diamonds.
   2. The computer is a helpful friend.
   3. The flower smells sweet.
7. What does the metaphor "Life is a journey" mean?
   1. Life involves travel.
   2. Life has ups and downs.
   3. Life is always easy.