English Language Arts3-5
Figurative Language Goal Check
By Alexis F.
A 1-page worksheet for 5th graders to assess their understanding of literal and figurative meanings in similes, metaphors, hyperbole, idioms, and personification. This resource is ideal for a quick check-in or review of figurative language concepts.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this worksheet as a formative assessment after teaching figurative language.
- Discussion question: Can you think of another example of an idiom and explain its literal versus figurative meaning?
- For struggling readers, provide a word bank of the figurative language terms.
- Advanced students can be challenged to write their own sentences using each type of figurative language.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.
English Language Arts3-5
Figurative Language Goal Check
By Alexis F.
A 1-page worksheet for 5th graders to assess their understanding of literal and figurative meanings in similes, metaphors, hyperbole, idioms, and personification. This resource is ideal for a quick check-in or review of figurative language concepts.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this worksheet as a formative assessment after teaching figurative language.
- Discussion question: Can you think of another example of an idiom and explain its literal versus figurative meaning?
- For struggling readers, provide a word bank of the figurative language terms.
- Advanced students can be challenged to write their own sentences using each type of figurative language.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.