Figurative Language Worksheets - Metaphor, Simile, Personification, & More

Add a creative twist to your literary devices practice with these 11 print-ready figurative language worksheets! Each figurative language activity places students inside a fun, story-based scenario where they must read sentences and determine whether they contain a metaphor, simile, onomatopoeia, alliteration, or personification in order to succeed. Whether they’re surviving a zombie apocalypse, protecting zoo visitors, or escaping a spinning carnival ride, students stay engaged while practicing essential figurative language skills. These figurative language worksheets keep students engaged while helping them identify and apply key figurative language skills.

Included in This Figurative Language Worksheets Resource:

➡️ 11 Creative Figurative Language Worksheets: Each of these 11 figurative language worksheets features a unique storyline that turns identifying literary devices into an adventure. Students read themed sentences and determine which type of figurative language is being used to complete their mission—such as solving a crisis, unlocking a code, or escaping a challenge. The sentences are connected to each scenario and include a variety of examples of metaphor, simile, onomatopoeia, alliteration, and personification. The topics for the figurative language worksheets include: 

• Stop a Zombie Apocalypse
• Protect the Zoo Visitors
• Stop the Twister Ride
• Rescue the Trapped Aliens
• Start the Arcade Games
• Earn a Backstage Concert Pass
• Save Your Halloween Candy
• Secure Your Seat to a Paradise Vacation
• Win a Showdown Challenge
• Escape a Vault
• Find a Way Out of the Escape Room

➡️ Figurative Language Worksheets Answer Keys: Detailed teacher answer keys are included for each of the figurative language worksheets. Use them for quick grading, class review, or class discussions so students can clearly see and understand how each example demonstrates a specific type of figurative language.

Literary Devices Covered in These Figurative Language Worksheets:

• Metaphor
• Simile
• Onomatopoeia
• Alliteration
• Personification

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