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4.16 Figurative Language in Stories Worksheet

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This Grade 4 English worksheet provides structured practice on 4.16 Figurative Language in Stories. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Figurative Language in Stories - Identify similes and metaphors in literary texts and explain how they affect meaning and tone. (CCSS RL.4.4; CCSS L.4.5; TEKS §110.6 4.3(D), §110.6 4.5(F); FL B.E.S.T. ELA.4.V.1.1, ELA.4.R.3.1; VA SOL 4.4b, 4.4c)

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Grade 4

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English

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Anika stood at the gym lobby and noticed a red key tag. The kite tugged like an eager puppy.

What mood does the figurative language help create?

Aangry and insulting

Bconfusing and off-topic

Cplain and factual

Dlively and excited

Solution & Explanation:The comparison gives the kite energy and movement.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

At the spelling bee, Hana said, "The whole world seemed to cheer when the goal went in."

What does the hyperbole mean?

AThe sentence should be understood exactly as a fact.

BThe speaker is giving directions in order.

CThe cheering felt very loud and exciting.

DThe speaker is asking a question about a source.

Solution & Explanation:The phrase exaggerates to show excitement.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

During the story, Nina waited near the soccer field. The clock scolded us with every loud tick.

Why is this an example of personification?

AIt explains the meaning of a word from a glossary.

BIt gives the clock a human action to show pressure or worry.

CIt compares two things using like or as.

DIt gives the exact facts from a nonfiction source.

Solution & Explanation:Personification gives a nonhuman thing a human action or quality.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 4 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.4.16 (Grade 4 reading literature practice focused on figurative language in stories.).